Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Hattie Day

Springfield

Summary

Dedicated Exercise Science student at Missouri State University, graduating in May 2026, with a strong academic foundation and a clear career path toward Occupational Therapy. Experienced in providing care and support for children and individuals with disabilities through roles as a preschool teacher’s aide, childcare provider, and job at Arc of the Ozarks. Skilled at creating supportive and inclusive environments, and dedicated to helping people build independence, stay healthy, and feel included.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Provider

Private Family
09.2025 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Assisted with personal needs, play activities, and promoted social and motor skill development.
  • Gained experience in patience, problem-solving, and inclusive caregiving strategies.

Teachers Aide

Grow To Know Preschool
08.2025 - Current
  • Assist in the 1-year-old classroom by supervising children during playtime, walks, and other daily activities.
  • Encourage social, motor, and language development through play and interaction with other children.
  • Support children’s safety and well-being while maintaining a positive and nurturing environment.
  • Help with diaper changes, transitions, and creating engaging routines that promote exploration and growth.

Education & Recreation Department

Arc of the Ozarks
06.2025 - Current
  • At the Arc of the Ozarks I am responsible for supporting children and adults with disabilities in various education and recreation type settings.
  • Help individuals with changing, diapering, and other needs
  • Ensure participant safety through behavioral support strategies, MANDT de-escalation training, and CPR/AED certification.

Sales Associate

Clothe Boutique
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Service File Clerk & Service Cashier/Writer

Baldwin Ford Lincoln and Toyota, Poplar Bluff, MO
05.2021 - 01.2025
  • Service File Clerk: Organized and maintained physical files, ensuring accuracy and quick retrieval, demonstrating strong attention to detail and efficiency.
  • Service Cashier/Service Writer: Promoted to handle customer service operations, including managing payments, scheduling appointments, and assisting with service writing duties. Partnered with technicians to document customer concerns accurately, communicate updates, and resolve issues effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Holder

Mod On Trend
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.

Education

High School Diploma -

Naylor High School
05.2022

No Degree -

Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff

No Degree -

Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO

B.A. - Exercise Science and Movement

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
05-2026

Skills

  • Organization
  • Adaptability
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Patience and empathy
  • Leadership
  • Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

  • Serve as Vice President of Member Integrity for a chapter of 157 women, overseeing adherence to chapter standards, policies, and values. Currently leading revisions of the Chapter Code of Conduct to strengthen fairness, inclusivity, and accountability.
  • Serve as Vice President of Pre-OT Club. Collaborate with executive officers to expand resources for members, including volunteer opportunities and ways to connect with other pre-OT students.
  • Selected as a Teacher Assistant for the Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab, helping students learn anatomy in a hands-on lab setting while promoting a respectful and supportive environment.

Certification

  • Adult & Child CPR & AED / Standard First Aid - 12/04/2024 - 12/04/2026


Timeline

Childcare Provider

Private Family
09.2025 - Current

Teachers Aide

Grow To Know Preschool
08.2025 - Current

Education & Recreation Department

Arc of the Ozarks
06.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Clothe Boutique
01.2025 - 05.2025

Key Holder

Mod On Trend
07.2024 - 11.2024

Service File Clerk & Service Cashier/Writer

Baldwin Ford Lincoln and Toyota, Poplar Bluff, MO
05.2021 - 01.2025

High School Diploma -

Naylor High School

No Degree -

Three Rivers Community College

No Degree -

Ozarks Technical Community College

B.A. - Exercise Science and Movement

Missouri State University
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