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Priscilla Choquette

Hendersonville,TN

Summary

Diligent, detail-oriented professional with 35+ years of experience in customer service, marketing, accounting, tutoring, child education, personnel benefit management, and administrative management. Proficient in the Live Learning Platform and Microsoft Teams. Exceptional expertise in resolving client queries, determining needs, and attracting customers. Adept at guiding customers about products/services, processing orders, and escalating complaints. Seeking a remote-based customer service career.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Tutor

Varsity Tutors
Nashville, USA
01.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated interactive virtual lessons for up to 5 students, including both individualized tutoring and group instruction.
  • Assisted students in developing basic academic skills such as reading, writing, and math.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling learners.
  • Assessed student learning levels by administering tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Encouraged open communication between students and parents regarding any issues or concerns related to education.
  • Monitored the progress of each student to ensure successful completion of course objectives.

Founder

ABC’s of Early Childhood Education
Hendersonville, TN
01.2010 - Current
  • Facilitated learning sessions for Early Childhood Education staff, equipping them with essential skills in working with children.

Education Consultant

CT OEC
01.1994 - Current
  • Provided OEC-approved education consulting services to childcare centers in CT, offering guidance on enhancing their education programs for children and families.

Center Director Consultant

KiddyKare Childcare Center
03.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provided start-up support by preparing policy and procedure manuals for the operation of the childcare to meet state licensing application requirements.
  • Prepared classrooms with child-appropriate furnishings and necessities.
  • Interviewed applicants, hired staff, and oversaw their training in the policies and procedures, first aid/CPR, and administration of medications.
  • Assisted and trained them in developing curriculum practices to ensure the children's social and emotional learning.

Child Development Director

Sterling House Child Development Center
01.2006 - 02.2020
  • Successfully boosted earnings at the Child Development Center through the conversion from part-time to full-time enrollment, along with the introduction of an Afterschool Program offering unique sessions during vacation weeks.
  • Managed all aspects of personnel management including hiring, training, and scheduling for staff as well as organizing special events/field trips.
  • Earned prestigious credential from NAEYC for Childcare Center in 2011!
  • Oversaw the recruitment, training, and management of a diverse team consisting of 27 individuals to ensure smooth operations of the Summer Camp program.

Education

Master’s - Business Management

Argosy University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2013

Bachelor’s - Child Studies

Charter Oak CT State College
01.2010

Associate’s - Early Childhood Education

Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT
01.2002

Skills

  • Self-Starter/Autonomous
  • Effective Time Management
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Online Tutoring: Elementary Math, English, Science
  • Ability to Work under Pressure
  • Customer Service & Relationship Management
  • Provides Heart Driven Service
  • Budget Creation
  • Business Development
  • Ability to Use Positive Language
  • Active Listening
  • Decision Making / Problem Solving / Proactive
  • Openness to Feedback
  • Intercultural Fluency
  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Flexible working hours

Certification

  • CT State Approved Head Teacher Certification, 1994
  • CT State Approved Education Consultant, 1994
  • Child Development Associate Credential, 1995
  • CT Director’s Credential, 2015
  • CT OEC Education Consultant Certificate, 12/23

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elementary Tutor

Varsity Tutors
01.2024 - Current

Center Director Consultant

KiddyKare Childcare Center
03.2020 - 10.2021

Founder

ABC’s of Early Childhood Education
01.2010 - Current

Child Development Director

Sterling House Child Development Center
01.2006 - 02.2020

Education Consultant

CT OEC
01.1994 - Current

Master’s - Business Management

Argosy University

Bachelor’s - Child Studies

Charter Oak CT State College

Associate’s - Early Childhood Education

Housatonic Community College
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