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Courtney Reese

McKenzie ,TN

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Sales Associate

Dollar General
  • Handled cash register operations and customer transactions to process payments.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Processed and stocked merchandise in accordance with store standards.
  • Contributed towards improving overall store ambience by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Performed inventory control procedures to manage stock.
  • Maintained store visual standards by setting up window and interior displays to merchandising guidelines.
  • Managed inventory effectively, minimizing stock-outs and overstock situations.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
  • Assisted customers in making informed purchasing decisions by providing expert advice on product features and benefits.
  • Trained new sales associates to ensure consistent performance across the team.

Lead Daycare Teacher

Children’s Learning Center
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, resulting in increased parental involvement and support for their child''s education.
  • Implemented progress monitoring systems to track individual student growth, enabling targeted support and interventions as needed.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for students, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting social-emotional development.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, leading to improved teaching strategies across the daycare center.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and managed classroom effectively, resulting in a well-disciplined learning environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into daily lessons.
  • Consistently communicated with parents through newsletters, conferences, and informal check-ins about student progress and achievements.
  • .Regularly assessed students using formative assessment tools to inform future instruction based on individual strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • 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.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.

Lead Daycare Teacher

Kiddie Kingdom Daycare

Home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Services
  • Built strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Maintained clean and organized living and play areas to promote child health and safety.
  • Developed engaging activities to help children learn and grow.
  • Established and followed stable routine for children to meet emotional and developmental needs.

Reading Interventionist

Milan Elementary School
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
  • Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.

Education

Educational Careers - Early Childhood Education

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2023

Skills

  • Demonstrated leadership skills in early childhood education
  • Experience with curriculum development and classroom management
  • Strong communication abilities with parents, teachers, and children
  • Knowledge of state licensing requirements and accreditation standards for preschools
  • Proven track record of staff development and team building within an educational setting

Timeline

Reading Interventionist

Milan Elementary School
06.2021 - 05.2022

Lead Sales Associate

Dollar General

Lead Daycare Teacher

Children’s Learning Center

Lead Daycare Teacher

Kiddie Kingdom Daycare

Home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Services

Educational Careers - Early Childhood Education

University of Memphis

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