Katelyn Thompson
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with extensive experience and exceptional communication and observational skills. Adept at managing daily operations while actively seeking opportunities to drive positive change. Eager to embrace a full-time position that presents professional challenges and leverages strong interpersonal abilities, effective time management, and problem-solving acumen. Recognized for a versatile skill set in project management and collaboration, along with a fresh perspective and unwavering commitment to quality and success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Growing Pains Learning Center
Tacoma, WA
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored children's behavior, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
- Engaged with parents through regular communication, providing updates on children's progress.
- Trained new staff in classroom management techniques and curriculum delivery methods.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a 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.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
Home Care Aide
ResCare
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted with personal care tasks, ensuring comfort and dignity for clients in home environments.
- Promoted mental stimulation by engaging patients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Managed medication schedules for patients, ensuring proper administration and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Monitored client health status, identifying changes and communicating concerns to family members and healthcare teams.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and families, promoting trust and open communication regarding care needs.
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided compassionate support to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
Fitting Room/Sales Associate
Ross Dress for Less
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to drive sales and improve store aesthetics.
- Collaborated with team members to replenish stock and maintain inventory levels throughout shifts.
- Trained new associates on customer service protocols and operational procedures for efficiency.
- Implemented visual merchandising techniques to optimize product visibility and attract customers.
- Addressed customer concerns effectively, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Monitored sales floor activities, identifying areas for improvement in customer engagement strategies.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Tahoma High School
Tacoma, WA06-2018
Skills
- Fast acquisition of knowledge
- Adaptable to dynamic work environments
- Proficient in identifying and resolving issues
- Collaborative team player
- CPR and first aid
- Organizational time strategies
- Child safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Active listener
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Growing Pains Learning Center
03.2021 - Current
Home Care Aide
ResCare
03.2019 - 12.2020
Fitting Room/Sales Associate
Ross Dress for Less
08.2018 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Mount Tahoma High School