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Ostenia Gray

Yonkers

Summary

Head Teacher with extensive experience in curriculum development, staff training, and classroom management. Proven ability to create inclusive learning environments that enhance student engagement. Achievements include improved student performance and increased teacher effectiveness through strategic program implementation. Strong relationships established with students, parents, and staff while upholding high educational standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Teacher/Manager

New Little Branches inc.
Yonkers
09.2014 - 04.2025
  • Developed individualized lesson plans for students aged one and a half to five years.
  • Led daily educational activities for Pre-K children aged four to five.
  • Supervised safety protocols to maintain secure environment for children and staff.
  • Completed state-regulated documents ensuring compliance with OCFS standards.
  • Engaged parents with regular updates on student performance and school activities.
  • Facilitated staff training sessions to enhance professional development.
  • Organized and supervised school trips, ensuring student safety and engagement.
  • Maintained cleanliness by sanitizing play areas, toys, and classrooms.
  • Produced Word and Excel documents to support effective management operations.

Sales Associate

Sam's Club
Elmsford
02.2012 - 09.2015
  • Executed cash and credit transactions with high accuracy and reliability.
  • Sold membership packages and promoted credit card add-ons to new and existing members.
  • Trained new staff on sales techniques and company protocols.
  • Assumed cashier responsibilities to ensure efficient transaction flow.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing overall shopping experience.

Cashier/Assistant Manager in Training

KFC/Taco Bell
Elmsford
07.2011 - 06.2013
  • Ensured exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues swiftly.
  • Oversaw food preparation and storage in compliance with health regulations and policies.
  • Upheld a pristine restaurant atmosphere through diligent cleaning and sanitation efforts.
  • Delivered quick service by efficiently processing orders and serving food promptly.
  • Oversaw the register and safe money counts.
  • Trained new staff for cashier and food prep roles.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology/Human Services

Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY

Skills

  • Classroom instruction
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Learning strategies
  • Child development
  • Parent and student communication
  • Early childhood education
  • Student assessment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Student engagement
  • Staff management
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • English, reading, and writing tutor for grades Pre-K to 5th

Accomplishments

  • Assistant Teacher to Head Teacher promotion in 6 months
  • Dual role promotion Head Teacher/Manager
  • Over 50 children from my Pre-K classes accepted into top Yonkers public schools

Certification

  • CDA course completion

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head Teacher/Manager

New Little Branches inc.
09.2014 - 04.2025

Sales Associate

Sam's Club
02.2012 - 09.2015

Cashier/Assistant Manager in Training

KFC/Taco Bell
07.2011 - 06.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology/Human Services

Westchester Community College

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