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Delores Bryant

Hampton ,GA

Summary

Dynamic daycare owner/operator with expertise in curriculum planning and child development. Successfully enhanced parent communication and satisfaction, leading to increased enrollment rates. Proven ability to implement nutrition planning and maintain licensing compliance, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children. Committed to fostering positive relationships and continuous improvement in childcare services.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Owner/Operator

Self Employed
03.2025 - Current
  • Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
  • Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Optimized facility space usage by designing creative layouts that maximized play areas while ensuring safety standards were met or exceeded.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation according to nutritional guidelines set forth by experts in the field of early childhood nutrition.
  • Maintained compliance with state licensing requirements through regular inspections, documentation updates, and policy reviews.
  • Increased positive feedback from parents through timely progress reports that detailed each child''s developmental milestones achieved at the center.
  • Developed age-appropriate curriculum plans focused on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Improved customer retention rates by providing exceptional care services tailored to individual child needs.
  • Maintained accurate accounting of tuition and operating reports.
  • Continuously sought ways to improve the daycare center''s services and offerings by staying current with industry trends, attending conferences and workshops, and networking with fellow childcare professionals.
  • Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues that arose among students, ensuring a harmonious learning environment for all.
  • Streamlined daily operations by implementing efficient scheduling systems for both staff and students.
  • Fostered strong relationships with local schools to facilitate seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
  • Monitored student performance closely via assessments and evaluations aimed at identifying areas needing improvement or further attention.
  • Recruited qualified staff members through rigorous screening processes to maintain a high-quality team of childcare professionals.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses to support the daycare center''s growth within the community.
  • Implemented professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in childcare practices.
  • Enhanced child safety and well-being by implementing comprehensive health and safety protocols.
  • Led team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Maintained compliance with all state regulations and standards for child care facilities, ensuring safe and legal operation.
  • Improved parent satisfaction with open and consistent communication channels.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring clean and organized environment conducive to learning and play.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, reducing spread of illness and ensuring healthy setting for children and staff.
  • Increased enrollment rates through effective marketing strategies and community outreach efforts.
  • Organized special events and activities that enriched educational experience for children.
  • Monitored physical and emotional health of children, taking appropriate action when concerns arose.
  • Adapted program offerings to meet changing needs of community and children served.
  • Implemented feedback system for parents to voice concerns and suggestions, enhancing service quality based on their input.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, streamlining scheduling and staffing to meet fluctuating demands.
  • Developed and executed curriculum focused on early childhood education, fostering cognitive and social development.
  • Negotiated with vendors for supplies, securing cost-effective deals that enhanced facility's resources without compromising quality.
  • Fostered positive and inclusive atmosphere, promoting diversity and respect among children and staff.
  • Streamlined administrative processes for enrollment and record-keeping, reducing paperwork and increasing efficiency.
  • Implemented sustainable practices within daycare to promote environmental awareness among children.
  • Developed partnerships with local schools and educational organizations to provide additional learning opportunities.
  • Trained new staff on daycare policies and child care best practices, elevating overall quality of care.
  • Resolved conflicts among children with empathy and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
  • Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
  • Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
  • Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
  • Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
  • Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
  • Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
  • Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
  • Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.

Retail Sales Associate

Self Employed
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.
  • Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Enhanced store appearance and shopping experience with meticulous shelf organization and cleanliness.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, increasing customer interest.
  • Implemented feedback from customer surveys to enhance shopping experience.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, leading to repeat store visits and enhanced customer loyalty.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly and providing personalized assistance.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales targets, contributing to overall store success.
  • Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Supported store management in planning and executing seasonal promotions and sales events.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering welcoming store atmosphere.
  • Handled customer complaints with empathy and patience, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
  • Monitored sales trends to advise on restocking, ensuring popular items were always available.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Fashion Design

Mable Bailey Fashion School
Columbus, GA

High School Diploma -

Early Co High School
Blakely, GA
05.1984

Skills

  • Parent communication
  • Curriculum planning
  • Licensing knowledge
  • Child development expertise
  • Nutrition planning
  • Special needs care

Certification

CPR

Timeline

Daycare Owner/Operator

Self Employed
03.2025 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Self Employed
01.2020 - 05.2020

Graduate Certificate - Fashion Design

Mable Bailey Fashion School

High School Diploma -

Early Co High School
Delores Bryant