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Jonika Parrott

Grover,NC

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. Proactive and caring worker with over 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Proactive and caring worker with over 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated Daycare Teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of different classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of different ages and classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Proactive and caring worker with over 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Proactive and caring worker with over 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of the different classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of different classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Dedicated teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Dedicated teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teacher

First Steps Childcare
08.2023 - Current
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provides safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.

Daycare Teacher

Unique Kids Childcare
12.2021 - 08.2023
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provides safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.

Daycare Teacher

Little Gems Childcare
08.2016 - 07.2023
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provides safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.

Assistant Service Deli Manager

Ingles Supermarket
08.2009 - 02.2016
  • Coordinated scheduling for staff members to optimize coverage during peak hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Collaborated with store management to create promotional strategies that increased sales and customer engagement.
  • Improved efficiency in daily operations through effective delegation of tasks among team members.
  • Assisted in development of positive work environment by fostering teamwork, encouraging open communication, and promoting employee growth.

Customer Service Cashier

Walmart
03.2005 - 08.2009
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, promoting welcoming environment for customers.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Promoted positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
  • Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crest High School
Shelby, NC
06.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Customer Service
  • Active listener
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

First Steps Childcare
08.2023 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Unique Kids Childcare
12.2021 - 08.2023

Daycare Teacher

Little Gems Childcare
08.2016 - 07.2023

Assistant Service Deli Manager

Ingles Supermarket
08.2009 - 02.2016

Customer Service Cashier

Walmart
03.2005 - 08.2009

High School Diploma -

Crest High School

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Cleveland Community College
Jonika Parrott