Samantha Wood
Louisville,KY
Summary
Nurturing Preschool Teacher's Aide possessing first-rate communication, organizational and time management abilities. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices. Warm and caring individual with two years of experience supervising 14 children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Assistant Teacher
St. Stephen Martyr Preschool
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students by adhering to preschool policies and procedures.
- Promoted language development in students by engaging them in conversations, reading stories, and teaching songs related to various themes.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Hotel Sales Manager
Sheraton Hotel
03.2008 - 02.2009
- Implemented and created promotions to stimulate repeat business and attract new business travel accounts.
- Arranged and coordinated sales calls with prospective clients to generate sales goals in business for hotel.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners and clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Streamlined communication between departments to ensure seamless event execution, resulting in positive client feedback.
- Developed customized proposals tailored to each potential client''s needs, improving conversion rates from inquiries to bookings.
- Negotiated advantageous contracts with vendors that resulted in cost savings without sacrificing quality or service standards.
- Increased hotel bookings by developing and implementing strategic sales plans targeting various market segments.
- Participated in industry events such as trade shows and conferences to network with potential clients and promote the hotel brand.
- Organized successful site visits for potential clients, highlighting the hotel''s features and demonstrating its value as a destination venue.
Education
BBA - Business With Marketing Focus
Spalding University
Louisville, KYSkills
- Gross Motor Skills Development
- Health and safety
- Fine motor skills development
- Curriculum Planning
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Social Skills Promotion
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson implementation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Early Childhood Education
- Child CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Preschool Assistant Teacher
St. Stephen Martyr Preschool
10.2022 - Current
Hotel Sales Manager
Sheraton Hotel
03.2008 - 02.2009
BBA - Business With Marketing Focus
Spalding University
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