Logan Weeks
Lanexa,VA
Summary
Bachelor's degree holder in psychology with specialization in child and adolescent development. Passionate about working with children and addressing their school and family-related challenges. Exploring options for pursuing a master's degree to expand knowledge and expertise. Experienced early childhood educator skilled in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. Proven track record of developing and implementing age-appropriate curricula that promote developmental growth. Committed to collaboration, adaptability, and achieving educational milestones. Skilled in classroom management, effective parent communication, and hands-on activities that inspire young minds.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Early childhood education teacher
The Leaf Spring School
10.2022 - Current
- Analyzed assessment data to identify areas for improvement and adjusted instruction accordingly, resulting in increased student achievement.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices in early childhood education and sharing valuable resources.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and fostering strong student-teacher relationships.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with research-based teaching methods in early childhood education.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child''s progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly and professionally.
- Implemented hands-on activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking while supporting curriculum goals.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised 11 children through entire school day.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Lead Pre-k Teacher
Creative Critters
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Maintaining the classroom schedule, planning activities for the kids to do each week, and keeping the children safe in and outside the classroom was my main priority
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Supervisor
Great Wolf Lodge
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Lodge
01.2020 - 05.2021
- After moving away for a few years, I quickly picked up at the job I had left behind
- I loved being a lifeguard and it was second nature to me, however, this time around I had goals to become a supervisor
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Cash office and markdown associate
Ross
08.2020 - 09.2020
- During covid, Great Wolf Lodge was shut down and stores began to open so until I got my job back at Great Wolf Lodge, I dedicated my time to Ross
- As a cash office and markdown associate, I counted the money in the cash office before we opened the store
- I made sure the tills from the night before were not short or over what they needed to be at
- After opening the store, I would mark down items on the floor that needed to be marked down as well as answering any customers questions
- Increased Markdown Associate efficiency by streamlining workflows and optimizing collaboration among team members.
- Optimized pricing processes, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all product categories.
- Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by maintaining accurate pricing information on merchandise displays throughout the store.
- Provided support during high-volume sales periods by efficiently managing inventory levels and coordinating price adjustments as needed.
Physical therapy technician
Action Therapy
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment sessions by providing clear explanations of each procedure and maintaining a supportive environment.
- Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, ensuring efficient workflows for staff members.
- Monitored patient safety during treatments by diligently observing their movements and adjusting equipment settings accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with both patients and their families, addressing concerns promptly while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling timely adjustments to treatment plans for optimal results.
Customer Service Associate
Publix
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resulting in satisfactory outcomes and positive feedback.
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Achieved consistently high levels of customer satisfaction by prioritizing empathy, patience, and effective problem-solving skills during interactions.
- Trained new associates in company policies and procedures, fostering a supportive work environment.
Nanny
Care.com
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
Ropes Course Operator
Great Wolf Lodge
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Lodge
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - psychology with a concentration of child and adolescent development
Southern New Hampshire University
06.2022
Associates degree -
Thomas Nelson Community College
07.2018
Advanced Diploma -
Warhill High School
06.2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Word
- Creative lesson planning
- CPR/ first aid
- Child development
Volunteer opportunities
- Missionary Work, Haiti, 06/01/16, 06/07/16
- Missionary Work, Haiti, 06/01/17, 06/07/17
Certificates and awards
- Team Leadership Award, Warhill High School Girls Softball, 2014-2015
- Lifeguard of the Week (2017)
- Lifeguard of the Month (2017)
- Supervisor of the Month (2021)
- CPR Certification, Red Cross (2024-2026)
- Employee of the month at leafspring (2023)
- Integrity award at leafspring (2024)
Timeline
Early childhood education teacher
The Leaf Spring School
10.2022 - Current
Lead Pre-k Teacher
Creative Critters
04.2022 - 10.2022
Supervisor
Great Wolf Lodge
06.2021 - 02.2022
Cash office and markdown associate
Ross
08.2020 - 09.2020
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Lodge
01.2020 - 05.2021
Physical therapy technician
Action Therapy
04.2019 - 12.2019
Customer Service Associate
Publix
10.2018 - 03.2019
Nanny
Care.com
06.2018 - 08.2018
Ropes Course Operator
Great Wolf Lodge
05.2016 - 06.2018
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Lodge
10.2015 - 06.2018
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
10.2014 - 11.2015
Advanced Diploma -
Warhill High School
Bachelor’s degree - psychology with a concentration of child and adolescent development
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates degree -
Thomas Nelson Community College
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