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Cynthia Hadley

Bay Minette,AL

Summary

Dynamic preschool teacher with a proven track record at Kinderkastle, excelling in classroom management and child development. Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered curiosity and learning. Skilled in positive reinforcement, building strong relationships with parents, and maintaining a safe, organized environment, ensuring a nurturing experience for all students.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Kinderkastle
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Cashier Team Lead

Dollar Store
04.2020 - 10.2023
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
  • Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing inquiries.
  • Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control and vault monitoring.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
  • Increased customer loyalty and retention.
  • Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.
  • Assisted customers in locating products, providing knowledgeable recommendations based on their needs.
  • Mentored junior cashiers with comprehensive training and ongoing guidance, boosting team performance.
  • Provided backup support during high traffic periods by stepping into cashier roles when necessary.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by proactively addressing conflicts among team members.
  • Scheduled breaks for team members, promoting a fair work environment while maximizing coverage during peak hours.
  • Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
  • Streamlined cashier operations for improved productivity and reduced wait times.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding returns, exchanges, and check acceptance procedures.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.

Education

GED -

Hartford Highschool
Hartford, MI
01.1993

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Child development
  • Positive reinforcement

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Kinderkastle
09.2023 - 04.2025

Cashier Team Lead

Dollar Store
04.2020 - 10.2023

GED -

Hartford Highschool
Cynthia Hadley