Shantina mcclure
Brandon,Mississippi
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with a proven track record at Mother Goose Preschool, excelling in classroom management and fostering positive parent-teacher communication. Skilled in lesson planning and child development, I create engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity and growth, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for young learners.
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Mother Goose Preschool
- 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.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Manager
Self-employeed
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Chef
Self-employeed
03.2018 - 11.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
Bookkeeper
S&S Trucking
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
Preschool Teacher
Little Scholar's Daycare
02.2010 - 12.2012
- 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.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Sales Associate
Hollister
06.2010 - 12.2011
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Cashier
KFC
06.2008 - 08.2009
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05-2016
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hinds Community College
Utica, MS05-2012
High School Diploma -
Hnds AHS
Utica, MS05-2008
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Activity planning
Accomplishments
public notary- Verified signatures, identities, and the authencity of documents.
Certification
- Certified public notary
Timeline
Manager
Self-employeed
03.2022 - 01.2025
Chef
Self-employeed
03.2018 - 11.2023
Bookkeeper
S&S Trucking
01.2013 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
Hollister
06.2010 - 12.2011
Preschool Teacher
Little Scholar's Daycare
02.2010 - 12.2012
Cashier
KFC
06.2008 - 08.2009
Preschool Teacher
Mother Goose Preschool
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Jackson State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Hnds AHS
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