Halie Despain
Leander,TX
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Creative World School
05.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Childrens Lighthouse
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Server
First Watch Daytime Cafe
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, and manage customer bills.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant standards.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Receptionist
Glow Gal Salon
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression as well as rest of salon.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct stylist.
Barista/Cashier
Summer Moon Coffee
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Greeted customers as they came to register.
- Built relationships with customers and regulars.
- Operated cash register for cash, and credit card transactions.
- Made drinks and prepared pastries as customer ordered.
- Cleaned up store to meet requirements once shift was over.
Childcare Provider
Tiger Rock Martial Arts
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Sanitized tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior.
- Picked children up from their schools brought them back to studio to wait for parent pick up.
Sales Associate
Marshalls & HomeGoods
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
Sunrise Mountain High School
Peoria, AZHigh School Diploma -
Primavera Online School
Peoria, AZ07.2021
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Order Accuracy
- Money Handling
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Time Management
- Ability to Adapt
- Active Listening
- Camera Skills
- Problem-solving
- Social Media
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Creative World School
05.2024 - Current
Childcare Lead Teacher
Childrens Lighthouse
08.2023 - 05.2024
Server
First Watch Daytime Cafe
06.2023 - 08.2023
Receptionist
Glow Gal Salon
12.2022 - 05.2023
Barista/Cashier
Summer Moon Coffee
03.2022 - 12.2022
Childcare Provider
Tiger Rock Martial Arts
03.2021 - 10.2021
Sales Associate
Marshalls & HomeGoods
10.2020 - 03.2021
Sunrise Mountain High School
High School Diploma -
Primavera Online School
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