Azjha Williams
Aynor,SC
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Daycare Teacher at Mercy Baptist Child Development Center, skilled in lesson planning and child safety. Successfully fostered strong parent-teacher relationships and enhanced children's social development through engaging activities. Known for effective classroom management and positive reinforcement strategies, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes learning and independence.
Experienced with early childhood education, focusing on creating nurturing and educational environment. Delivers engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that support children's growth. Track record of effective communication with both children and parents, fostering trust and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Mercy Baptist Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child''s unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities.
- Assisted in the design of an updated curriculum to better align with early childhood education standards.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Cashier Assistant, Retail Associate
Cato's Fashion
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered exceptional client service through courteous and attentive interactions.
- Maintained a clean and safe workspace, ensuring proper sanitation protocols were followed.
- Handled cash drawer responsibly, accurately counting change and ensuring daily balances were correct.
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly processing transactions and maintaining an organized work area.
- Bagged items securely to minimize breakages and reduce losses.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive work environment and boost employee morale.
- Maximized productivity through multitasking capabilities while remaining attentive to detail during busy periods of operation.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to company guidelines while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
- Met customer needs through polite, friendly and attentive service.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer through careful cash handling and reconciliation processes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Handled high-pressure situations effectively during peak hours while maintaining a professional demeanor towards customers and colleagues.
Cashier, Team Lead
Jimmy Burgers
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Promoted store loyalty programs to increase repeat business and bolster customer relations.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
Education
Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SCHigh School Diploma -
Conway High School
2301 Church Street Conway SC 2952606.2021
Skills
- Time management
- Child safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Lesson planning
- Strong work ethic
- Health and safety
- Problem-solving
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Approachable
- Child care
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Parent-teacher communication
- First aid training
- Positive reinforcement
- Infant care
- Social development activities
- Classroom management
- Special needs experience
- Group supervision
- Verbal communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Empathy and patience
- Multitasking and organization
- Storytelling and crafts
- Cognitive development
- Recreational activities
- Early childhood education
- Meal preparation
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Age-appropriate activities
- Language skills
- Gentle discipline
- Efficient under pressure
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom instruction
- Play-based learning
- Classroom organization
Certification
CPR certification
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Mercy Baptist Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current
Cashier Assistant, Retail Associate
Cato's Fashion
08.2022 - 08.2023
Cashier, Team Lead
Jimmy Burgers
06.2021 - 07.2022
Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
High School Diploma -
Conway High School
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