Lorelai Pooler
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in child education and retail management, notably with Spokane First Church Of The Nazarene. Excelled in lesson preparation and interpersonal communication, significantly enhancing learning environments and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in organizing events and mentoring teams, with a proven track record in conflict mediation and child safety.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Spokane First Church Of The Nazarene
02.2021 - Current
- Supervise and educate children of various ages in biblical studies.
- Plan and supervise events and activities for youth.
- Maintain work area by opening building, supplying rooms, cleaning work area, and closing building.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engage with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Organize small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Retail Sales Associate
High Country Orchard
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Preformed exceptional phone etiquette, answered questions about the company and its products, and passed on calls and questions to supervisors when needed.
Swim Instructor
YMCA Of The Inland Northwest
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
Education
Mount Spokane High School
6015 E Mt Spokane Park Dr, Mead, WA 9902105-2026
Skills
- Child observation
- Child guidance
- Lesson preparation
- Language development
- Classroom organization
- Lesson implementation
- Social development
- Child safety procedures
- Group instruction
- First aid, CPR, AED, and BBP
- Organization
- Interpersonal communication
- Leadership
- Conflict mediation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Red Cross.
- Blood Born Pathogens (BBP)- YMCA of Inland Northwest.
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
High Country Orchard
09.2024 - 12.2024
Swim Instructor
YMCA Of The Inland Northwest
05.2023 - 06.2024
Childcare Teacher
Spokane First Church Of The Nazarene
02.2021 - Current
Mount Spokane High School
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