Carrie Walden
Higganum,CT
Summary
Dynamic educator and team leader experienced in curriculum planning and lesson implementation, demonstrated at Dolphin Days Daycare Center. Excelled in fostering age-appropriate activities and creating engaging learning environments. Skilled in building positive relationships and achieving significant improvements in learning outcomes. Expertise in both educational strategies (hard skill) and effective communication (soft skill). Goal-oriented Preschool Teacher offers support to students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Haddam Cooperative Nursery School - Hcns
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with 20+ parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through multiple recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with 20+ children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked 3+ classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Organized snack time and nap hours
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
Hostess/Waitress Trainer
Horshoe Tavern
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales.
- Supported needs of 50+ person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Input orders accurately into POS terminal, split bills and accepted payments.
- Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
Daycare Teacher
Dolphin Days Daycre Center
08.2011 - 04.2015
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills
Cashier
Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coginchaug Regional High School
Durham, CT06.2011
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson implementation
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Self-Motivated
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Planning and Coordination
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursCareer advancementPaid time offWork from home optionPaid sick leaveTimeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Haddam Cooperative Nursery School - Hcns
09.2023 - 06.2024
Hostess/Waitress Trainer
Horshoe Tavern
08.2019 - 06.2022
Daycare Teacher
Dolphin Days Daycre Center
08.2011 - 04.2015
Cashier
Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel
07.2009 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Coginchaug Regional High School
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