Linda McCleary
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate professional with strengths in customer service, communication, childcare and learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Friendship Preschool Academy
Atlanta, GA
09.2025 - Current
- Develope engaging lesson plans aligned with state educational standards.
- Foster a nurturing environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Implement classroom activities encouraging creativity and critical thinking.
- Read stories to children and teach painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Incorporate music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Utilize teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and styles within the classroom.
- Guide children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Build and strengthen positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Shamia's Busy Bees
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Taught children basic fundamentals such as learning how to count, letter, color and shape recognition
- Fed children and set up for nap time
- Changed diapers and assisted in potty training for those ready
- Supervised daily activities and created a trusting space for the children to enjoy while learning and having fun
- Implemented age-appropriate educational games to enhance learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment that was conducive to learning.
- Monitored children during outside playtime
POS Associate
DIV Holdings
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Operated point-of-sale systems to process customer transactions efficiently.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries
- Helped keep a clean and healthy workspace
- Helped create daily task sheets
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring accurate handling of cash and credit transactions.
- Ensured customer information was accurately noted on daily spreadsheet
Education
General Education Development Diploma
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Active Listening
- Customer engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- CPR certified
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Friendship Preschool Academy
09.2025 - Current
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Shamia's Busy Bees
10.2023 - 09.2025
POS Associate
DIV Holdings
09.2020 - 07.2023
General Education Development Diploma