Kimberly Peterson
Trenton,MO
Summary
Proven professional with extensive experience in child development and safety monitoring, notably at Webster City Daycare. Excelled in fostering hygiene and cleanliness while enhancing outdoor play supervision. Demonstrated patience and empathy, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and success. Skilled in activities planning, contributing to a positive and safe learning environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Webster City Daycare
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
Lead Teacher
Webster City Daycare
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Assistant Manager
Hy-Vee
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Accounting Associate
Hy-Vee
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information, promoting trust among clients and colleagues.
- Increased departmental organization by maintaining accurate records of financial transactions and creating detailed reports.
- Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
- Directed gathering of required documentation and files for account audits and completed reviews.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by consistently reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current with industry trends, benefiting the company''s overall financial management.
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Customer Service Supervisor
La’James Beauty College
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication channels, fostering team collaboration and high morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced team productivity through regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services, effectively communicating changes to the team for seamless customer support.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities in navigating challenging customer scenarios and finding solutions that met their needs as well as aligned with company policies.
Sales Associate
Sears
02.2010 - 09.2013
- 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.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Education
Certification And State License - Certified Nursing Assistant
DMACC
Boone, IA01.2000
Diploma - General Studies
Fort Dodge Senior High
Fort Dodge, IA05.1994
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child development
- Outdoor play supervision
- Activities planning
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Safety monitoring
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Webster City Daycare
04.2024 - 11.2024
Lead Teacher
Webster City Daycare
08.2022 - 02.2023
Accounting Associate
Hy-Vee
09.2020 - 07.2021
Assistant Manager
Hy-Vee
07.2019 - 08.2021
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
07.2019 - 02.2021
Customer Service Supervisor
La’James Beauty College
08.2016 - 05.2018
Sales Associate
Sears
02.2010 - 09.2013
Certification And State License - Certified Nursing Assistant
DMACC
Diploma - General Studies
Fort Dodge Senior High
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