Rhoda Burke
Summary
I am a reliable, flexible, hard working individual who has 18 years experience in childcare, five years as a server, I've worked in several positions and I am willing to learn and move forward with any task that is put in front of me.i also utilize time management, and I am able to work well in a team as well as on my own.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Applebee's
06.2022 - Current
- Serve Customers clean and restock
Pre-K Counts Teacher/School Age/Toddler & Van Driver
Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
11.2019 - Current
- Currently Assistant Teacher for Pre-K Counts this is my second year, Also before and after Grade School, Summer Camp Pre-k Teacher, when I first started I worked with the Toddlers
Assistant Director
Gods”s Little Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
Lead School Age Teacher
As to Zz Learning Center & Day Care
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked with Toddlers, preschool room, school age room, prepared lesson plans, followed state regulations, completed daily logs, food program, attendance etc. kept all children safe from harm
Child Care Director
Rose's Daycare
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Child Care Director of 75 students, Completed necessary paperwork required by the State, provided training for staff, filled in where necessary, prepared meals, as well as menu's required by food Program, made sure all children and staff files were completed that was required by the state. And kept all children safe from harm.
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Kids Learning Center
03.2011 - 03.2014
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Customer Service Desk Associate
Kmart
11.2011 - 06.2012
- Trained new associates in company policies and procedures, ensuring consistent quality of customer care.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving service inquiries.
- Contributed to the development of training materials designed to enhance service desk associate knowledge and expertise.
Toddler Teacher
Premier Learning Center
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Little Hands Daycare
03.2006 - 03.2008
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
Education
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
University of Phoenix-Online Campus
Phoenix, AZ10.2024
Certificate in Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School-Harrisburg
Harrisburg, PA06.2012
Associate's degree - Early Childhood Education
Keystone Technical Institute
Harrisburg, PA11.2009
Skills
- Experience with Children
- Time management
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational Skills
- Childhood development
- Supervising experience
- Typing
- Administrative experience
- Early Childhood Education
- Toddler Care
- Conflict management
- Customer support
- Safety plans
- Classroom Management
- Van Driver
- Curriculum Development
- Childcare
- Babysitting
- Management
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Professional appearance
- Customer service
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe food handling
- Food running
- Hospitality service expertise
Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Server
Applebee's
06.2022 - Current
Pre-K Counts Teacher/School Age/Toddler & Van Driver
Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
11.2019 - Current
Assistant Director
Gods”s Little Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2019
Lead School Age Teacher
As to Zz Learning Center & Day Care
08.2018 - 08.2019
Child Care Director
Rose's Daycare
03.2014 - 08.2018
Customer Service Desk Associate
Kmart
11.2011 - 06.2012
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Kids Learning Center
03.2011 - 03.2014
Toddler Teacher
Premier Learning Center
03.2008 - 03.2011
Lead Toddler Teacher
Little Hands Daycare
03.2006 - 03.2008
Certificate in Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School-Harrisburg
Associate's degree - Early Childhood Education
Keystone Technical Institute
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
University of Phoenix-Online Campus
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