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Leah Borden
Childcare Teacher
Lexington,SC
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Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Lead Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy
Lexington, SC
11.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering cognitive and social development.
- Organized and led engaging activities that stimulated creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and adjust learning plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and promote positive outcomes.
- Mentored junior teachers, enhancing classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment adhering to health and safety regulations.
Co-Manager
2nd and Charles
Irmo, SC
11.2021 - 09.2025
- Prioritized and delegated tasks to enhance store operations and maintain workflow.
- Managed store operations while assisting in leadership and team development.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff on company policies, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
- Developed promotional strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize coverage during peak business hours and events.
- Collaborated with Store Managers to develop promotional strategies that effectively attracted new customers and increased foot traffic.
- Improved employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication.
- Maintained team efficiency by strategically delegating daily activities, monitoring output and rewarding positive contributions.
- Managed scheduling for all employees to ensure adequate coverage during peak periods without compromising labor cost objectives.
- Performed regular reviews assessing each employee's performance and developed improvement plans.
- Coordinated visual merchandising efforts across different departments for cohesive displays that maximized sales potential.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Implemented loss prevention measures, reducing instances of theft and improving store security.
- Enhanced store performance by implementing effective sales strategies and optimizing merchandising layouts.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
After School Teacher
Art Smart Academy
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed enrichment activities to foster engagement among children
- Organized classroom materials for efficient access and use
- Assisted students with understanding coursework complete homework and stay on task
Photography Intern
Go Flash Win Photography
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Reviewed camera gear and equipment to achieve desired creative outcomes
- Digitally edited photos to improve visual appeal and storytelling
- Photographed school and sports activities for school and sport events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications, Photography and Graphic Design
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01-2022
Associates in Arts - Studio Arts
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC01-2020
Skills
- Retail management
- Sales strategies
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Feedback implementation
- Organization
- Team collaboration
- Creative problem solving
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- InDesign
- Canva
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- CER and First Aid certified
- Certified Childcare Teacher, BBMA - 2025
Timeline
Childcare Lead Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy
11.2025 - Current
Co-Manager
2nd and Charles
11.2021 - 09.2025
After School Teacher
Art Smart Academy
01.2018 - 01.2019
Photography Intern
Go Flash Win Photography
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications, Photography and Graphic Design
University of South Carolina
Associates in Arts - Studio Arts
Midlands Technical College
Awards and Acknowledgements
- Dean’s List USC and MTC 2020-2022
- Photography Award South Carolina State Fair 2018
- Abstract Art Award South Carolina State Fair 2017
- Instrumentalist Award Orlando Orchestra Competition 2016
Additional Qualifications
- Background in principles of advertising and brand communications
- Experience in visual arts computing and digital photography
- Strong foundation in color theory and composition