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Patience Gates

Patience Gates

Yellville,AR

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background including roles as a Day Care Teacher at Lil Cats and a self-owned Photographer business. Excelled in creating positive learning environments and capturing stunning images, showcasing strong communication and technical skills. Proven ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in team settings, significantly enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Day Care Teacher

Lil Cats
08.2024 - Current
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.

Photographer

P Photography / Self Owned Business
01.2020 - Current
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
  • Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
  • Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
  • Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.

Custodial Worker

Extreme Clean Janitorial Services
05.2018 - Current
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Collected trash and emptied receptacles and recycling containers.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.

Optometrist Technician

Vision Clinic
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
  • Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
  • Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
  • Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
  • Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
  • Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.

Education

High School Diploma -

Yellville Summit High School
Yellville, AR
05.2023

Skills

I believe I carry and uphold many skills such as,

  • Communication
  • Team work
  • Quick learning and adaptation
  • Microsoft skills
  • Technical skills
  • Hard working
  • Learning

Timeline

Day Care Teacher

Lil Cats
08.2024 - Current

Optometrist Technician

Vision Clinic
09.2023 - 11.2023

Photographer

P Photography / Self Owned Business
01.2020 - Current

Custodial Worker

Extreme Clean Janitorial Services
05.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Yellville Summit High School
Patience Gates