Latanjia Smith
Chicago,IL
Summary
Early Childhood Educator with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with a goal to fulfill each child's individual learning needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2023 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Responsible for child safety and classroom management.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support children development and personal growth.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
Substitute Teacher
ROSE EDUCATORS
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Customer Service Representative
FTD Floral
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Updated account information to maintain customer records.
- Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
Cashier
Au Bon Pain
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Event Security Officer
Monterrey Security
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets, and individuals.
Cashier
Target
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Daycare Assistant
BRIGHT START DAYCARE
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Event Staff/Security
S3, Inc
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Education
High School Diploma -
DeVry Advantage Academy
06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Web Design
DeVry University
Chicago, IL06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2024
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Time Management
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2023 - Current
Childcare Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2022 - 10.2023
Substitute Teacher
ROSE EDUCATORS
02.2022 - 11.2022
Customer Service Representative
FTD Floral
01.2021 - 05.2021
Cashier
Au Bon Pain
05.2019 - 09.2019
Cashier
Target
11.2018 - 01.2019
Event Security Officer
Monterrey Security
08.2018 - 04.2019
Event Staff/Security
S3, Inc
05.2017 - 08.2018
Daycare Assistant
BRIGHT START DAYCARE
06.2016 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
DeVry Advantage Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Web Design
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
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