An muli-experienced Preschool Teacher and Medical Professional passionate about getting the job done right in an encouraging learning environment. Patient and understanding team player dedicated to supporting mission and team success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Custodial Worker
Sheppard Lodging
Sheppard AFB, TX
08.2021 - Current
Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
Cleaned floors and surfaces by sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.
Stored, used and disposed of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
Dusted and wiped furniture and fixtures.
Disposed of waste and gathered individual trash bags to place in receptacles.
Monitored cleaning supply levels and requested reordering when inventory ran low.
Read and followed company, customer and safety rules, policies and procedures.
Notified superiors of damaged fixtures, dispensers and furniture or building issues.
Recorded routine inspection and maintenance activities.
Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies.
Followed strict schedules, cleaning according to facility usage and room availability.
Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
Staged offered amenities during room turnovers, confirming presence of appropriate signage and personal hygiene products.
Complied with regulations regarding hazardous chemicals storage and disposal, depositing empty containers in appropriate receptacles.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
FUMC School For Little People
Wichita Falls, TX
10.2018 - 08.2021
Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping classroom clean with diligent attention to each support task.
Maintained hygiene of students by changing pull-ups or soiled clothes while helping students learn to be self-sufficient at pottying
Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
Attended field trips to sites such as the park to accompany and supervise children.
Organized student items by labeling and documenting collection.
Prepared instructional materials such as educational toys and cut outs and art supplies
Maintained and cleaned nap mats by making minor repairs and wiping down.
Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Sr Sales Associate -Jewelry
Army & Air Force Exchange Services
OFFFUT AFB, NE
11.2016 - 06.2017
Asked open-ended questions to ascertain what type of item the customer was looking for, what his or her price range was and who would receive the item.
Cleaned the jewelry cases on a daily basis with glass cleaner and dusters to ensure that all displays were pristine.
Followed store opening and closing procedures as per company guidelines.
Performed general maintenance and lightly cleaned the showroom and displays regularly.
Provided excellent service to all customers through active engagement, direct eye contact, and listening skills.
Honed conflict resolution skills as a result of diffusing tense situations with unhappy customers.
Enthusiastically worked with the entire sales staff to ensure every customer received the best service, cutting wait times at the front registers whenever possible
Managed and processed customer payments made by credit and debit cards as well as cash and provided the correct change if applicable.
Restocked merchandise from inventory during downtime when items upfront became low.
Provided information to customers on upcoming promotions, including Black Friday and Manager's Specials
Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the Jewelry Counter, Watches, Perfumes, Purses, and Cosmetics
Marked clearance products with updated price tags.
Opened and closed the jewelry counter, which included counting cash drawers and high valued jewelry
Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays.
Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
Processed shipments and maintained organized stock shelves.
Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience.
Performed assigned projects and completed checklists in an efficient and accurate manner.
Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion.
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management.
Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
Demonstrated that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency.
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.
Processed all sales transactions properly
Processed payments and maintained accurate drawers to meet financial targets.
Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
Provided excellent service to all customers through active engagement, direct eye contact and listening skills.
Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
Honed conflict resolution skills as result of diffusing tense situations with unhappy customers.
Patient Care Technician
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
01.2014 - 10.2014
Tested blood glucose upon request by nurse as needed
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Collected urine and fecal samples.
Provided patients and families with emotional support.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming and feeding.
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
Observed and documented patient responses.
Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.
Assisted with ADLs.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
Cleaned and organized patients' rooms after discharge
Obtained and set up suction equipment.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Preschool Teacher
Joan's Preschool Center
Eagle River, AK
08.2012 - 03.2013
Taught children through structured play, including activities with Bingo Markers
Sent home children's daily artwork and accomplishments.
Abided by all local regulations as well as safety protocols.
Created immersive activities and utilized Sensory technology to enhance instruction.
Created and enforced child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.
Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.
Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
coached 2-3 year old in the art of potty training …. while teaching safety in handwashing
Encouraged relaxation/nap time with positive results
Preschool Teacher
First Baptist Church
Altus, OK
08.2010 - 04.2012
Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers , and directors.
Established a safe play environment for the children.
Helped children reach milestones in the area of self-care, including potty-training and handwashing
Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Supervised children on field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
Incorporated music, art and games into lesson planning.
Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles.
Promoted good behaviors by using the positive reinforcement method.
Encouraged children to be understanding of others.
Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.
Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.
Staff LVN
Electra Memorial Hospital
Electra, TX
03.2001 - 03.2005
Unsure about dates
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
Performed a wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
Provided caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled patients.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Managed caseload of 3-18 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Tested patients' blood glucose levels.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma.
Organized, updated and maintained] patient charts when ward clerk unavailable
Communicated with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff.
Monitored patients with acute conditions and assisted with emergent cases
Ensured HIPAA compliance.
Education
High School Diploma - High School Diploma
Chillicothe High School
1997
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
Vernon College
1999
Skills
Excellent with kids
Client-focused
Results-oriented
Quick learner
Excellent with Geriatrics
Creative
Calm and patient
Multitasking
Basic math
PPE use
Active listening
Organization
Flexible
Sensitive material handling
Excel spreadsheets
Type 40 wpm
References
Adrianna Koziol 727-459-9395 co-teacher
Celeste Littlecreek 940-839-6737 former teacher/coach mentor