Michelle Fleming
Toledo,OH
Summary
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in early childhood education. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering inclusive learning environment. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal results. Known for effective communication, patience, and nurturing approach that supports both students and colleagues.
Experienced with customer service, sales techniques, and product knowledge. Utilizes persuasive communication to connect with customers and recommend products. Track record of maintaining organized inventory and supporting team goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Happiness Is Childcare
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Oversaw 12 children during school hours.
- Fostered strong ties with parents via regular updates on progress.
- Held conferences to address student performance and collaborative improvements.
- Utilized play-based learning to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Applied varied play strategies to enrich learning experiences.
- Utilized engaging materials like books and songs for student involvement.
- Monitored children to find those needing additional help and crafted support plans.
- Enhanced daily lessons with interactive teaching techniques for preschoolers.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Foundations Community Childcare
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured orderly classroom while maintaining compliance with health regulations for effective learning.
- Daily sanitation of toys and equipment maintained safety standards.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing snack times, arts, crafts, and nap routines.
- Regular parent communication regarding children's activities and behavior was maintained.
- Provided reliable support to lead teacher during absences or busy periods in class.
- Built positive relationships with children through individualized engagement and support.
- Fostered trust with parents via ongoing communication supporting their child's growth.
- Contributed to nurturing environment by monitoring children during indoor and outdoor activities.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom /schoolage
Ashland Training Center
09.2018 - 06.2024
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through consistent communication about student progress and academic strategies.
- Demonstrated patience in varied situations supporting student development and personal growth.
- Created and applied differentiated instruction strategies, boosting engagement and success for diverse learners.
- Executed daily activities aimed at enhancing holistic development of each student.
- Discussed student progress with parents to increase family involvement in education.
- Regularly updated parents on student growth while suggesting at-home reinforcement for struggling students.
- Restructured classroom environments based on current educational theories to maximize learning experiences.
- Provided one-on-one support to students and teachers for improved classroom effectiveness.
- Employed assessment instruments to track year-long student progress, facilitating timely interventions for achievement gaps.
- Formulated lesson plans for staff alignment with state standards while engaging with administration on compliance issues.
- Guided teaching aides in classroom management through exemplary practice and thorough responses to inquiries.
- Advised new educators on optimal classroom management strategies and instructional techniques, enhancing their effectiveness.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Store Associate
Family Dollar
04.2013 - 01.2014
- Greeted customers and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained clean and safe shopping environment through regular monitoring.
- Managed multiple responsibilities during busy periods.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with efficient service and transactions.
- Collaborated with associates to foster teamwork and support.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, demonstrating communication skills.
Crew Trainer
Mcdonalds
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Trained employees in time management and job duties.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing safety guidelines and addressing hazards.
- Monitored team members to ensure quality work and resolve concerns.
- Instructed crew in safe practices to minimize injuries.
- Established relationships with customers and colleagues through excellent service.
- Settled disputes among crew members through effective mediation.
- Enforced policies to uphold work standards.
- Taught new team members procedures for operations.
- Provided feedback to crew on performance improvement.
- Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring 10%.
Assistant Preschool Teacher/Dietary Aide
Jennings Center for Older Adults
11.2010 - 05.2012
- Compiled instructional materials ensuring lesson resources accessible.
- Acted as positive role model displaying empathy and professionalism with students.
- Delivered individualized support addressing learning needs to foster growth.
- Aided teacher in assessing student progress and identifying focus areas.
- Incorporated interactive activities enhancing student engagement during lessons.
- Kept classroom organized and safe promoting creativity and learning.
- Co-developed curriculum tailored for preschool children with lead teachers.
- Established strong communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Created supportive environment enhancing social development and well-being.
- Facilitated group projects encouraging teamwork among students to boost collaboration.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings discussing achievements and constructive feedback.
- Organized various extracurricular activities enriching educational experiences for students.
- Monitored children during classroom and playground activities ensuring safety.
- Streamlined snack time routines maintaining a focused atmosphere during transitions.
Lawn and Garden Associate and Cashier
Walmart
04.2006 - 11.2008
- Updated knowledge on lawn care products and techniques for accurate customer information.
- Worked outdoors to care for plants and assist customers.
- Restocked and rotated shelves daily for optimal appearance.
- Guided customers in selecting suitable trees, shrubs, and flowers.
- Provided pest control guidance, empowering effective lawn protection.
- Collaborated with team to create appealing seasonal displays.
- Watered plants weekly and removed wilted parts regularly.
- Maintained cleanliness by organizing shelves and clearing walkways.
- Created clearance racks to quickly sell older plants.
- Educated customers on plant care, resulting in healthier gardens.
- Checked sister locations for desired items and assisted other departments.
- Ensured accurate register drawer through correct sales tabulation.
- Prioritized customer assistance over routine store tasks.
- Processed cash, card, and check transactions efficiently.
- Greeted customers upon entry and promptly addressed needs.
- Welcomed customers and assessed their requirements.
- Answered questions on policies and resolved customer concerns.
- Handled complaints professionally to enhance customer loyalty.
- Managed cash register operations efficiently.
- Stocked merchandise with clear labeling by size or color.
- Listened to customer needs to recommend optimal products.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to uncover individual needs.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and via phone.
- Provided exceptional service for a pleasant shopping experience.
- Balanced cash drawer accurately at shift's end.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Computer Administrative Assistant
Sawyer Business School
Cleveland, OH08.1998
GED -
Max Hayes
Cleveland, OH09.1996
Skills
- Schedule management
- Knowledge of safety regulations
- Safety risk assessment
- Documentation and reporting
- Data entry
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Work ethic and integrity
- Patience and empathy
- Time management skills
- Cash handling
Certification
first aid and cpr aed
Quote
The problem is not to find the answer; it’s to face the answer.
Terence McKenna
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Happiness Is Childcare
04.2025 - 06.2025
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Foundations Community Childcare
08.2024 - 03.2025
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom /schoolage
Ashland Training Center
09.2018 - 06.2024
Store Associate
Family Dollar
04.2013 - 01.2014
Crew Trainer
Mcdonalds
04.2012 - 12.2013
Assistant Preschool Teacher/Dietary Aide
Jennings Center for Older Adults
11.2010 - 05.2012
Lawn and Garden Associate and Cashier
Walmart
04.2006 - 11.2008
Associate of Applied Business - Computer Administrative Assistant
Sawyer Business School
GED -
Max Hayes
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