Latechia Scott
Cook/Teacher
Columbus,GA
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at Child Care Network, enhancing early childhood development and streamlining kitchen operations. Excelled in building strong relationships through excellent communication and teamwork, significantly improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in activities planning and critical thinking, adept at fostering academic and social growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Child Care Network
12.2023 - Current
- Improved communication with parents by implementing regular updates on student progress and behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering open communication regarding child progress and concerns.
- Aided students in developing crucial social skills through interactive playtime and structured activities.
- Implemented creative arts-based activities that encouraged self-expression while honing fine motor skills among students.
- Served as a reliable substitute teacher when needed, quickly adapting to various classroom environments and maintaining consistent expectations for student behavior.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, incorporating props and visuals to capture interest.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops to remain current on best practices within early childhood education.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment, reinforcing daycare safety protocols.
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs, ensuring their successful integration into group activities.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- 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.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Kept children between ages of Number and Number safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Cook
Child Care Network
07.2022 - Current
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Customer Service Representative
ContinuumGlobal
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
Clerk
US Cleaners
05.2000 - 05.2012
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Enhanced office organization with regular maintenance of files, records, and supplies inventory.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
- Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Trained new clerks on company procedures and software tools effectively contributing to their integration into the team.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
Skills
Social and academic development
Activities planning
Early childhood development
Care Planning
Group and individual instruction
Classroom management
Child development
Excellent Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Self-Motivated
Teambuilding
Multitasking Abilities
Good Telephone Etiquette
Critical Thinking
Data Entry
Timeline
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Child Care Network
12.2023 - Current
Cook
Child Care Network
07.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
ContinuumGlobal
11.2020 - 01.2021
Clerk
US Cleaners
05.2000 - 05.2012