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Britt Poteat

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Goal-oriented professional well-versed in operational practices and regulatory requirements of Early Childhood environments. Skilled leader and analytical problem-solver well-versed in budget planning, staff oversight and program management. Skillfully use relationship-building talents and diplomatic communication style to forge long-lasting connections. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional level care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Deliver Driver

FedEx
08.2023 - Current
  • Operate company vehicle and provide courteous and efficient delivery and pick up of packages; to check shipments for conformance of FedEx features of service; provides coverage for all assigned routes within the station’s service area; provide customer service.


Assistant Director

Building Blocks Children’s Center
06.2018 - 08.2023
  • Worked closely with director to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
  • Oversaw purchasing and organization of classroom inventory.
  • Partnered with educators to instruct and mentor students with developmental and physical disabilities.
  • Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
  • Lead teams of up to 15 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Built and strengthened relationships with vendor representatives in order to maintain consistent supplies.
  • Supported health agency inspections as liaison to regulatory agencies on technical and manufacturing issues related to assigned product and processes.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with vendors to meet or exceed supply chain production standards.
  • Maintained communication and information exchange through email and the app used by the center.
  • Started working as a teacher, moved throughout the center working in every classroom and made my way up to Assistant Director using my childhood knowledge.
  • Obtained my Early Childhood Administration I Certification.

Elderly Caregiver

Private Caregiving Services
11.2015 - 03.2018
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Grocery shopped, cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

Logistics Team Member

Target
08.2010 - 11.2015
  • I was responsible for unloading the truck and scanning the boxes into the Target system, while also writing what zone they would go in the store while it was moving down the belt.
  • The freight/inventory can range from various items across all departments in the Target store and ranged in size and weight.
  • Liaised between warehouse personnel and customer to facilitate account and operational needs.
  • Completed timely data entry of new orders, labeled containers and placed in accurate storage locations.
  • Collaborated with new and established vendors to negotiate optimal pricing and scheduling.

Temporary Au Pair

Anja Turner
10.2013 - 12.2013
  • Developed bilingual abilities in English, German and Dutch through communication and developed activities.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and outdoor play.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
  • Offered top-notch care to 2 children at once, ranging in age from 3 to 9.
  • Established and maintained safe play environment for children.

Education

Administration I Certification - Early Childhood

Guilford Technical Community College
03.2023

Bachelor’s Degree - Fine Arts, Concentration of Photography

University of North Carolina
Greensboro, NC
12.2012

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Guilford Technical Community College
Greensboro, NC
05.2009

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Excellent Communication- Verbal and Written
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Problem-Solving
  • Planning and Coordination
  • MS Office
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organization and Time Management

Hobbies

I enjoy traveling and camping with my family of 5 and watching my kid's extracurricular activities. I am a lifestyle photographer that loves capturing core memories that clients will never want to forget. 


https://brittpoteatphotogr.wixsite.com/bpphotography

Timeline

Deliver Driver

FedEx
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Director

Building Blocks Children’s Center
06.2018 - 08.2023

Elderly Caregiver

Private Caregiving Services
11.2015 - 03.2018

Temporary Au Pair

Anja Turner
10.2013 - 12.2013

Logistics Team Member

Target
08.2010 - 11.2015

Administration I Certification - Early Childhood

Guilford Technical Community College

Bachelor’s Degree - Fine Arts, Concentration of Photography

University of North Carolina

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Guilford Technical Community College

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