Natasha Guyette
Carthage,NY
Summary
Childcare Assistant Teacher with extensive experience in maintaining clean, safe classroom environments and supporting lead teachers. Skilled in arts and crafts, snack time, and parent communication, with a strong focus on promoting learning and development. Bringing a caring and organized approach to fostering positive relationships and effective classroom management.
Dependable retail sales professional with experience in dynamic, high-performance environments. Skilled in processing transactions, handling cash, using registers and arranging merchandise. Maintains high-level customer satisfaction by smoothly resolving customer requests, needs and problems.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Hand In Hand Early Childhood
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child''s development.
- Contributed to a safe and nurturing environment by closely monitoring children during indoor and outdoor playtime sessions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during daily routines by providing clear instructions and encouragement, helping children build confidence in their ability to navigate new experiences.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing thematic units, enhancing the overall curriculum for greater student interest.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices and coordinate activities across classrooms in the childcare center.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted healthy habits among children by incorporating physical activity into daily routines and providing guidance on proper nutrition choices during meal times.
- Improved classroom management with the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies, leading to a more conducive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, incorporating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities that facilitated learning through play, promoting cognitive development among students.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing interactive and creative teaching methods in the childcare setting.
- Fostered a sense of community within the childcare center through ongoing team-building exercises among staff members.
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic and social success within the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behavior, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Reported parent complaints and comments to managers and documented using [Software].
- Organized special events such as field trips and holiday celebrations, creating memorable experiences for both students and families alike.
- Documented daily food attendance, enrollments and withdraws and monthly food claims in state-regulated system.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Shift Supervisor
Kinney Drugs Store
11.2011 - 10.2023
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
- Provided ongoing support to employees during challenging situations, offering guidance on problem-solving techniques for improved efficiency outcomes.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates with consistent quality checks and timely resolution of complaints.
- Maintained workplace safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation.
- Served as a liaison between employees and upper management effectively facilitating communication that bridged any existing gaps.
- Resolved conflicts among team members diplomatically, promoting a harmonious work atmosphere conducive to collaboration.
- Monitored staff compliance with health codes, ensuring high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility consistently met or exceeded expectations.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
- Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for daily operations.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Implemented training programs for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team and faster productivity contributions.
- Continuously improved workplace processes and procedures, identifying areas for optimization and leading initiatives to implement necessary changes.
- Increased sales performance through effective upselling techniques and staff training initiatives.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for boosting overall store performance, leading to higher profit margins.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to help employees grow professionally.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding product deliveries, guaranteeing adequate supplies available for uninterrupted service provision.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Coordinated merchandising, promoted new products and increased brand awareness.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with supervisor to resolve.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Daycare
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, maintaining student engagement.
- Assisted in maintenance of classroom records, ensuring accurate tracking of attendance and grades.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Conducted educational games and activities to reinforce learning concepts in enjoyable manner.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying abreast of best practices in education.
- Improved learning outcomes with creation of engaging and educational activities.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in timely manner.
- Contributed to development of IEPs, tailoring educational plans to individual student needs.
- Assisted with preparation of teaching materials and resources, streamlining lesson execution.
- Supported use of educational technology in classroom, enhancing learning experience.
- Promoted literacy and comprehension skills through guided reading sessions.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips, ensuring safe and educational experience for all students.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive and multimedia teaching tools.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through effective communication of progress and challenges.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions, providing personalized attention to students struggling with course material.
- Boosted classroom management skills, maintaining order and discipline among students.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
- Provided feedback on student assignments and tests, aiding in assessment of understanding and progress.
- Developed and executed lesson plans tailored to meet diverse student needs, fostering inclusive learning environment.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student performances and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Jefferson Community College
1220 Coffeen Street Watertown, NY, 1360105.2014
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Parent Communication
- Classroom Organization
- Health and safety
- Time Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Strong Work Ethic
- Caring and Understanding
- CPR and First Aid
- Child Safety
- Child Care
- Classroom Instruction
- Positive Role Model
- Accurate record keeping
- Strong computer skills
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Parental Communication
- Efficient under pressure
- Supply Inventory
- Billing
- Supply Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Rule Enforcement
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Creative Thinking
- Cash Register Operations
- Drawer Preparation
- POS Terminal Operation
- Store Reset and Recovery
- Records Organization
- Flexible Work Schedule
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Hand In Hand Early Childhood
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Daycare
10.2021 - 09.2022
Shift Supervisor
Kinney Drugs Store
11.2011 - 10.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Jefferson Community College
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