Lillian Fitzgerald
Whitesville,KY
Summary
Motivated and compassionate entry-level professional with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Experienced in working with children and families, maintaining confidentiality, and following structured guidelines. Eager to learn, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals and communities through ethical and respectful service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Helen Sears Child Development Center
Owensboro, KY
10.2025 - Current
- Supervise children at all times to ensure safety
- Keep the classroom clean, sanitized, and organized
- Change diapers and assist with toilet training
- Prepare, serve, and help children with meals and snacks
- Clean up after meals, activities, and playtime
- Create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment
- Plan and lead age-appropriate lessons and activities
- Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
- Teach basic skills such as sharing, listening, and following rules
- Help with daily routines like naps and transitions
- Observe and document children’s behavior and development
- Communicate with parents about daily needs, concerns, and progress
- Follow health, safety, and state licensing regulations
- Handle conflicts and behavior issues in a calm and positive way
- Work cooperatively with other teachers and staff
- Model appropriate behavior and language for children
Student Internship
Audubon Area Head Start
Owensboro, KY
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Built positive relationships with families and children
- Assisted families in accessing needed resources and support services
- Helped create and organize a family resources room
- Participated in Conscious Discipline training
- Completed CPR and First Aid training
- Entered and organized documents in computer systems
- Assisted with applications and paperwork for families
- Helped prepare materials for family nights, including flyers and decorations
- Attended staff and team meetings
- Participated in home visits with family advocates
- Supported daily office and program activities as needed
Beauty Consultant
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Owensboro KY
09.2020 - 08.2025
- Completed daily paperwork and computerized sales data entry as directed by management.
- Assisted customers in managing large purchases by collecting items from shelves and storage locations.
- Was in charge of all P&L line items that could be controlled, such as inventory, cash, and payroll.
- Provided hands-on assistance to customers in order to provide support and stay up to date on their preferences and purchasing habits.
- Developed a visual store strategy based on market trends.
- Kept the store clean, well-stocked, and well-organized by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Followed management's detailed instructions to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Reviewed cash and operations reports to effectively control store inventory.
- Improved merchandising and promotional strategies to increase customer engagement and sales.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky, KYAssociate of Arts - Social Work
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY12.2023
High School Diploma -
Ohio County High School
Hartford, KY05.2021
Skills
- Reliable
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Active listening skills
- Empathy and compassion for others
- Client advocacy and support
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Time management and multitasking
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Conflict resolution skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ethical decision-making
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professional boundaries
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Helen Sears Child Development Center
10.2025 - Current
Student Internship
Audubon Area Head Start
08.2025 - 05.2026
Beauty Consultant
Merle Norman Cosmetics
09.2020 - 08.2025
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
Western Kentucky University
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Owensboro Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Ohio County High School