Corey Cunningham
Madisonville,KY
Summary
Experienced childcare management professional with a proven track record in overseeing childcare operations and implementing educational programs. Committed to creating a collaborative environment that fosters positive outcomes for children. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings, with a strong aptitude for curriculum development and effective staff management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare worker
First Baptist Church
04.2013 - Current
- Provide continuous supervision to children during indoor and outdoor activities to maintain safe learning and playing environments
- Supported children’s emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
Daycare Director
Bright Beginnings Daycare
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Designed, planned, and organized newsletters
- Received payments
- Designed, planned, organized, and directed orientation and training programs for employees or parents
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- I communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, and direct personal communication
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of staff performance
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes, and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday parties or field trips that enriched children's experiences at the daycare center.
- Streamlined daycare operations through effective scheduling, staff management, and budget control.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback from parents, staff members, licensing agencies, or external consultants.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Interviewed parents and children for enrollment.
Sales Associate
Dollar General
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed all functions regarding receiving, stock, and housekeeping task
- Maintained up-to-date product knowledge by participating in product and vendor trainings
- Ensured a clean work area
- Engaged with customers enthusiastically to drive sales
- Processed cash and credit payments as a cashier
- Provided outstanding customer service, receiving a 93% in customer service feedback surveys
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Childcare Teacher
Jump Start Academy, LLC
09.2015 - 07.2022
- Designed, planned, organized, and directed orientation and training programs for employees or parents
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, and direct personal communication
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- 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.
- Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
Education
Certificates -
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY03.2025
High School Diploma -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School
Madisonville, KY05.2014
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patience and empathy
- Activity planning
- Administrative functions
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Daycare Director
Bright Beginnings Daycare
06.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Dollar General
07.2022 - 06.2023
Childcare Teacher
Jump Start Academy, LLC
09.2015 - 07.2022
Childcare worker
First Baptist Church
04.2013 - Current
Certificates -
Madisonville Community College
High School Diploma -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School
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