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Payton Roelker

Hartford

Summary

Committed Early Childhood Educator with experience in creating engaging, nurturing, and inclusive environments to support child development. Strengths include knowledge of child development theories, ability to design age-appropriate activities, and effective communication skills with both children and parents. Previous work has led to improved learning outcomes and increased parental involvement in children's education process. Compassionate Early Childhood Educator recognized for ability to complete tasks efficiently and productively. Possess specialized skills in child development, curriculum planning, and behavior management, ensuring supportive and engaging learning environments. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, crucial for fostering positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Usd 252
Neosho Rapids
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in developing engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
  • Implemented daily activities promoting social and emotional development.
  • Observed and documented children's progress and behavior regularly.
  • Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment for all students.
  • Facilitated group activities encouraging teamwork and communication skills.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Assisted students with special needs by providing additional support when required.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.

Cashier

Pizza Ranch Buffet
Emporia
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently using cash register software.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area and store displays.
  • Handled cash, credit, and digital payments accurately during busy shifts.
  • Restocked merchandise on shelves to ensure product availability for customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve service speed and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed returns and exchanges following store policies to ensure compliance.
  • Engaged in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Early Childhood Education

Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia Ks
05-2028

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Activity facilitation
  • Social skills training
  • Special needs support
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Nutrition education
  • Family engagement
  • Maintaining safety
  • Early literacy
  • Clear communication
  • Active listening
  • Valid [state] license
  • Relationship building
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Crisis intervention
  • Empathy and patience
  • Preparing meals
  • Conflict resolution

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Usd 252
03.2025 - Current

Cashier

Pizza Ranch Buffet
08.2023 - 03.2025

Certificate of Technical Studies - Early Childhood Education

Flint Hills Technical College
Payton Roelker