Jaleia Ricci
North Providence,RI
Summary
Dynamic Toddler Teacher and Sales Associate with proven expertise in curriculum planning and customer service, honed at Imagination Station Early Learning Center and TJX Companies. Excelled in creating nurturing environments, fostering social skills development, and enhancing customer engagement. Demonstrated exceptional classroom organization and effective communication, positioning as a positive role model.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Toddler Teacher
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
Sales Associate
TJX Companies
09.2019 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster
North Providence High School
North Providence, RI06.2021
Skills
Observation and Assessment
Circle Time Management
Classroom Organization
Documentation and Record Keeping
Parent-Teacher Communication
Positive Reinforcement
Social Skills Development
Curriculum Planning
Area of study instruction
Time Management
Child Development
Customer Service
Friendly and likeable
Loves children
Caring and Understanding
Cleaning and sanitation
Decision-Making
CPR and First Aid
Health and safety
Approachable
Efficient under pressure
Positive Role Model
Timeline
Toddler Teacher
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
07.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
TJX Companies
09.2019 - 01.2022
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster
North Providence High School