Dynamic early childhood educator and seasoned retail professional, adept in lesson planning and exceptional organizational skills, demonstrated at A Better Choice Daycare & Learning Center. Leveraged child development expertise and empathy to foster a nurturing learning environment, enhancing curriculum implementation. Proven team leader, excelling in conflict resolution and customer service, significantly contributing to team and client satisfaction. Trained professional attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements and parent wishes. Cares about student wellbeing and growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
A Better Choice Daycare & Learning Center
Columbus, OH
04.2024 - Current
Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum that meets state and national standards.
Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with early childhood education practices.
Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Retail Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
Columbus, OH
07.2021 - 12.2023
Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
Operated cash registers and processed transactions including sales, returns, and exchanges.
Handled customer feedback, implementing suggestions to improve the shopping experience.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
Education
Finance
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH
06-2027
High School Diploma -
Kipp Columbus
Columbus, OH
06-2023
Skills
Lesson planning
Child development expertise
childcare provider
Schedule creation and maintenance
Exceptional organizational skills
Tact and sensitivity
Conflict resolution
First aid and CPR certified
Curriculum implementation
Proven team leader
Empathy and patience
Loves children
Classroom management
Summer camp counseling
Child psychology
Studying American Sign Language
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
A Better Choice Daycare & Learning Center
04.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Journeys Shoes
07.2021 - 12.2023
Finance
Otterbein University
High School Diploma -
Kipp Columbus
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