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Not actively lookingDesired Job Title
Sales AssociateAssistant ManagerTeacher's AssistantWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteLocation: Grand Haven, MI, US
Open to relocation: Yes
Sara M Snyder
Grand Haven,MI
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator passionate about fostering holistic development through engaging, age-appropriate activities that inspire a lifelong love for learning. Expertise in creating nurturing environments that promote social interaction and collaboration, while adeptly adapting to the dynamic needs of diverse classrooms. Strong communication skills, combined with patience and creativity, provide effective support for children from various backgrounds and learning levels. Committed to embracing new responsibilities and enhancing the preschool experience by prioritizing child safety and educational excellence.
Warm Assistant Preschool Teacher looking to tackle new responsibilities working with children. Competent at providing quality preschool education to children of all backgrounds and learning levels. Sound knowledge of child safety protocols.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
CDS Lakeshore Head Start
11.2017 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Fostered strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication about student progress and goals.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Sales Associate
JCPenny
06.2012 - 10.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, ensuring an efficient shopping experience for customers.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Built productive relationships with customers to establish trust, rapport and increase satisfaction.
- Handled returns and exchanges with focus on customer satisfaction and policy adherence.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Ensured product displays were attractive and engaging, leading to increased customer interest and sales.
- Created personalized shopping experiences for clients through attentive service during one-on-one consultations.
Assistant Manager
Murphy USA Gas Station
09.2009 - 04.2011
- Resolved customer issues promptly, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and trust in the brand.
- Trained new hires on product knowledge, enhancing their ability to sell confidently and successfully close deals.
- Assisted sales team with completing customer transactions and managing issues.
- Developed strong client relationships for repeat business and increased referrals.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures by counting drawers and managing security.
- Strengthened performance by applying excellent program and project leadership skills.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic Studies
Spring Lake High School
01.2003
CDA- Child Development Associate - Preschool Education
Smart Horizons Career Online Education
Pompano Beach, FL05-2025
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modeling
- Academic development
- Safe learning environment
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Child development
- Classroom safety practices
- Time management
- [State] teaching certification
- Parent communication
- Student engagement
- Student support
- Co-teaching and Co-planning
Certification
- First Aid Training - [Timeframe]
- CPR Training
- (CDA) Credential
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
CDS Lakeshore Head Start
11.2017 - Current
Sales Associate
JCPenny
06.2012 - 10.2017
Assistant Manager
Murphy USA Gas Station
09.2009 - 04.2011
High School Diploma - Basic Studies
Spring Lake High School
CDA- Child Development Associate - Preschool Education
Smart Horizons Career Online Education
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