Portia Bobbitt
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Accomplished educator and customer service professional with a proven track record at Childtime Learning Center, enhancing student engagement and fostering supportive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management and critical thinking, consistently achieving high levels of customer satisfaction and student success. Demonstrates exceptional work ethic, integrity, and a results-driven approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier/Stocker
Dollar Tree
Raleigh NC
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Teacher
A Mother's Touch Child Development Center
Raleigh NC
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teacher
Learning World Childcare and Preschool
Raleigh, NC
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
Childcare Network
Raleigh, NC
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Server/Trainer
IHOP
Raleigh NC
09.2013 - 05.2018
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues and preventing negative reviews or feedback.
Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
Raleigh, NC
07.2016 - 08.2017
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Saint Augustine's University
Raleigh, NC05.2025
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Edgecombe Communtiy College
Tarboro, NC05.2006
High School Diploma -
South West Edgecombe
Pinetops, NC05.1997
Skills
- Customer Assistance
- Work Ethic and Integrity
- Patience and Empathy
- Time management skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social-Emotional Learning training
Timeline
Cashier/Stocker
Dollar Tree
09.2022 - 06.2024
Teacher
A Mother's Touch Child Development Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher
Learning World Childcare and Preschool
01.2019 - 02.2020
Teacher
Childcare Network
09.2017 - 10.2019
Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
07.2016 - 08.2017
Server/Trainer
IHOP
09.2013 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Saint Augustine's University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Edgecombe Communtiy College
High School Diploma -
South West Edgecombe