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Jewelia Reynolds

Manchester

Summary

Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at KinderCare Learning Centers, excelling in relationship building and adaptive teaching strategies. Proven ability to foster social-emotional growth in toddlers while maintaining a clean and safe environment. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and a child-centered approach, enhancing family engagement and student success.

Professional crew trainer with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and ensure consistent performance. Skilled in training and development, communication, and leadership. Reliable and results-driven, capable of motivating teams to achieve high standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Nanny

Kate Owens
12.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

Lead Toddler Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2023 - 12.2024
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
  • Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
  • Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the profession, providing guidance on curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Assistant Infant Teacher

ABC Grow & Learn
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
  • Employed creative problem-solving skills to manage challenging infant behaviors, working closely with lead teachers and parents to develop appropriate interventions.
  • Accommodated diverse family cultures and traditions within the classroom environment through inclusive lesson plans and culturally sensitive practices.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the classroom setting by regularly sanitizing toys, surfaces, and equipment according to established procedures.

Server

Red Lobster
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Server & Trainer

Red Robin
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.

Education

Grass Lake High School
Grass Lake, MI
06-2021

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Infant care experience
  • Schedule management
  • Toddler care experience
  • Customer service
  • Employee training
  • Cash handling
  • Team leadership
  • Active listening
  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Guest engagement
  • Professional appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Safe food handling
  • Child-centered approach
  • Adaptive teaching strategies
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Group and individual instruction

Certification

  • Licensed CPR/First Aid

Timeline

Private Nanny

Kate Owens
12.2024 - Current

Lead Toddler Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2023 - 12.2024

Assistant Infant Teacher

ABC Grow & Learn
03.2023 - 06.2023

Server

Red Lobster
08.2022 - 06.2023

Server & Trainer

Red Robin
07.2021 - 12.2021

Grass Lake High School