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Brianna Passino

Fort Edward,NY

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Toddler Teacher

Country Meadows Academy
Glens Falls, NY
08.2023 - Current
  • Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Provided a safe learning environment for toddlers by monitoring their behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials were available at all times.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Maintained accurate records of each toddler's progress in areas such as language skills, motor skills, problem solving abilities.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Communicated effectively with staff members regarding individual needs of toddlers in the program.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Participated in team meetings designed to share best practices related to toddler caregiving techniques.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Assisted with daily operations such as mealtime preparation, diaper changing, toilet training and nap time routines.

Lead Teacher

Malta childcare
Malta, NY
08.2016 - 08.2023
  • Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Direct Support Professional

Aim services
Wilton , NY
04.2016 - 08.2016
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.

Crew Member

Dunkin' Donuts
South Glens Falls, NY
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
  • Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
  • Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
  • Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
  • Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
  • Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
  • Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
  • Brewed and served coffee and tea with preferred add-ins.
  • Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
  • Assisted management with inventory control and stock ordering.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.

Team Lead

K-Mart Store
Queensbury, NY
07.2013 - 04.2015
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training, and development coaching.
  • Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
  • Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
  • Followed staffing strategies to achieve production goals.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Counted and balanced cashier drawers.

Education

Diploma -

South Glen's Falls Senior High School
South Glens Falls, NY
06-2014

Skills

  • Microsoft word
  • Teaching
  • Child Care
  • CPR
  • Developmental Disabilities Experience
  • Classroom Management
  • Experience with Children
  • Toddler Care (5 years)
  • Shift Management
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Special Needs
  • Organizational Skills
  • Infant Care
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Retail Sales
  • Babysitting
  • Curriculum Development
  • Caregiving
  • Activity Planning
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Lesson Planning
  • Story Time, Arts, and Crafts
  • Positive and Cheerful
  • Meal Preparation
  • Certified in Early Childhood Education
  • Proven Team Leader
  • Reliable
  • Parent Communication
  • Child Development
  • Customer Service
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Active Listener
  • Basic Clerical Knowledge
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Child Nutrition
  • Child Safety
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Caring and Understanding
  • CDA License
  • Parental Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Preschool Educator
  • Arts, Crafts, and Games
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Cognitive Development
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Social Skills Development
  • Housekeeping
  • First Aid Training
  • Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Curricula

Certification

  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Child Development Associate Certification
  • Medication Administrative Trained

Additional Information

Infant/toddler CDA

Timeline

Lead Toddler Teacher

Country Meadows Academy
08.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Malta childcare
08.2016 - 08.2023

Direct Support Professional

Aim services
04.2016 - 08.2016

Crew Member

Dunkin' Donuts
04.2015 - 04.2016

Team Lead

K-Mart Store
07.2013 - 04.2015

Diploma -

South Glen's Falls Senior High School
Brianna Passino