Gina Henderson
Bridgeton,NJ
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management skills. Hardworking, devoted employee that will give it my all.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Kid Country Childcare
Bridgeton, NJ
08.2021 - Current
- Supervised small group activities.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect
- Encouraged socialization among peers by facilitating interactions between kids during outdoor playtime.
- Created stimulating learning opportunities through hands-on experience with educational toys and materials.
- Ensured safety of the children by monitoring their play areas and activities throughout the day.
- Followed all state regulations pertaining to childcare facilities including sanitizing materials after use by multiple children.
- Assessed individual needs of children regarding emotional stability, physical health and mental capacities.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, meals served, nap times and other important information related to childcare.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
- Assisted in leading and organizing activities for children such as arts, crafts, games and reading stories.
- Administered basic first aid when necessary while notifying parents or guardians immediately.
- Established routines that provided consistency for young learners resulting in better behavior management skills.
- Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
- Assisted teachers during transitions between activities ensuring smooth transitions without disruption or confusion.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
- Monitored children during nap time, ensuring a quiet and restful environment.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
Cashier
Walgreens
Bridgeton, NJ
05.2012 - 06.2018
- Cashier*Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Pharmacy Tech* Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Monitored inventory levels of commonly used drugs and placed orders when necessary.
- Cosmetics*Organized cosmetic products on shelves according to company guidelines.
- Developed displays to promote cosmetics products.
Photography Assistant
Cherry Hill Photography
Marlton, New Jersey
03.2011 - 04.2011
- I took turns as being the photographer taking pictures of kids sitting on the Easter bunny’s lap during the Easter season
- Other times, I was the Easter bunny
- Made kids laugh
- Developed photos
- Worked as a cashier and checked the customers out
Education
Associate of Arts - Secondary Education
Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJ05-2011
Skills
- Skills Development
- Faculty Collaboration
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Child Safety Procedures
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Development
- CPR training
- Infant Care
- Classroom Instruction
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Records Management
- Social Development
- Special Needs Care
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Kid Country Childcare
08.2021 - Current
Cashier
Walgreens
05.2012 - 06.2018
Photography Assistant
Cherry Hill Photography
03.2011 - 04.2011
Associate of Arts - Secondary Education
Cumberland County College