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Elyse Norman

Belchertown,MA

Summary

Positive and upbeat Daycare Assistant with a demonstrated track record of success in caring for children in caring and loving environments. Knowledgeable about best practices and industry guidelines. Seeking to offer knowledge and abilities to a growth-oriented position with room for advancement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Staff Member

Alphabet Soup Pre-school
South Hadley, MA
11.2024 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure a safe environment for all students.
  • Assisted teachers during transitions between activities ensuring smooth transitions without disruption or confusion.
  • Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
  • Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
  • Attended workshops related to early childhood education topics such as language development or nutrition.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress of each child's learning objectives.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to childcare best practices.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Managed inventory of supplies, requesting restocks as necessary to maintain resources.
  • Kept inventory of toys and supplies organized and well-stocked to meet needs of children under care.
  • Assisted children with hygiene tasks, including handwashing and bathroom breaks.
  • Monitored children during nap time, ensuring a quiet and restful environment.
  • Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.

Residential House Cleaner

Smooth cleaning LLC
South Deerfield, MA
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Performed deep-cleaning projects such as tile grout scrubbing or waxing floors.
  • Provided feedback on customer service issues to management team.
  • Scrubbed kitchen counters, cabinets and backsplashes.
  • Dusted furniture, fixtures, window sills, baseboards and other surfaces.
  • Emptied trash cans in all rooms of the house.
  • Sanitized bathrooms including toilets, showers and tubs, sinks and countertops.
  • Cleaned kitchen appliances such as stoves, refrigerators and microwaves.
  • Cleaned interior windows and wiped down blinds.
  • Wiped down exterior doors and door frames.
  • Swept, vacuumed and mopped hardwood floors.
  • Polished mirrors and chrome fixtures.
  • Changed linens on beds as requested by clients.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.

Cashier

UMass Amherst
Amherst, MA
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pathfinder Voc Tech
Palmer, MA
06-2006

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Activity planning
  • Meal preparation
  • Professional development
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Supply restocking
  • Hygiene assistance
  • Recreational activities
  • Housekeeping

Timeline

Support Staff Member

Alphabet Soup Pre-school
11.2024 - Current

Residential House Cleaner

Smooth cleaning LLC
08.2024 - 02.2025

Cashier

UMass Amherst
08.2014 - 05.2016

High School Diploma -

Pathfinder Voc Tech

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