An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CHILDCARE PROVIDER
SELF EMPLOYED
12.2004 - Current
Provide a safe environment for children to play, sleep and eat meals on a daily basis
Change diapers ,read stories, plan detailed daily activities ,clean floors ,toys ,table tops, wash laundry if necessary Give daily reports on children’s behavior
Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
Assisted in planning nutritious snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by state regulations.
Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
Maintained a clean and organized play area.
Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
Assistant Lead Teacher
Caterpillar Corner
Holt, MI
09.2022 - 07.2023
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching children of all ages.
Developed positive relationships with students through active listening and encouragement.
Utilized technology in the classroom to enhance instruction and student engagement.
Collaborated with other teachers on lesson plans and activities.
Managed daily attendance records and monitored tardiness or absences from class.
Supervised students during lunchtime and recess periods.
Encouraged collaboration between peers while also promoting independent thinking.
Created lesson plans that incorporated various teaching methods such as lecture, discussion, demonstration, project-based learning.
Served as a mentor for new staff members by providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
Implemented effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors in the classroom.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
Facilitated small group sessions focused on specific topics or areas of need.
Assisted in developing curriculum objectives for each subject area.
Communicated regularly with parents via email or phone calls regarding their child's academic progress.
Assisted Lead Teacher with planning field trips or special events at school.
Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education topics.
Instructed students on proper behavior and social skills appropriate for the classroom setting.
Participated in IEP meetings with families to review educational goals set for the school year.
Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behavior from students.
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents.
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic performance, social development, and behavioral issues.
Maintained a safe, organized and stimulating learning environment.
Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional and intellectual development.
Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
Maintained a clean and organized play area.
Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
Implemented discipline strategies when needed while ensuring the safety of all students.
Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
DISHWASHER / COMBO
THE INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES
01.2004 - 11.2004
Wash dishes in washing machine, cleaning tables off when customers would leave, cleaning bathroom stalls restocking toilet paper and paper towel as needed and mopping floors, stocking cooks line with plates and providing servers with silverware to roll
Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
Ensured timely availability of clean dishes for various meal services.
Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
Operated and maintained dishwasher, handwash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technology
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
05-2027
CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATES DEGREE -
HARRISON COLLEGE
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
09.2015
OBTAINED -
GED
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY TESTING CENTER
01.2014
Skills
Cleaning
Health standards
Waste disposal
Dusting
Polishing
Stocking
Restocking supplies
Window washing
Ceiling cleaning
Wall cleaning
Assigning responsibilities
Writing skills
Internet knowledge
Computer skills
Project-based learning
Special Education
Early Childhood Education
Student Records Management
Activity implementation
Special Education Support
Classroom support
Attendance Tracking
Student assessments
Positive Attitude
CPR and First Aid
Calm and Patient Demeanor
Complex Problem-Solving
Behavior redirection
Powerpoint Presentations
Supervising Student Activities
Communication Skills
I have excellent oral and written communication skills. I am also an active listener who possesses the skills to listen to and follow directions thoroughly.