Stephanie Sottolano
Medford,NJ
Summary
Professionally experienced in both fast-paced retail customer service and preschool classroom management, demonstrating strong adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to remain composed under pressure.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Star Child Nature School
Hainesport, New Jersey
09.2022 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented hands-on, nature-based curriculum for preschool children structured around seasonal cycles and rooted in place-based plant identification, bioregional herbalism, and process art, adjusting lessons in real time as needed based on weather conditions and student needs.
- Fostered a nurturing, play-based learning environment that supported exploration, creativity, and social-emotional development while maintaining clear boundaries, risk awareness, and group cohesion.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with parents through regular communication, progress updates, and collaborative support of developmental goals and behavioral needs.
- As social media manager: Developed and executed cohesive content strategies aligned with educational values, seasonal programming, and community engagement goals; created compelling photo and video content that captured outdoor learning, child-led exploration, and nature-based pedagogy.
Front End Cashier
Costco
08.2014 - 08.2021
- Accurately processed large volumes of transactions per shift while maintaining speed, efficiency, and attention to detail.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during checkout and maintaining cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
- Assisted in training new cashiers and assistants on register operations and member interaction protocols.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Rowan College At Burlington County
Mount Laurel, NJHigh School Diploma -
Lenape High School
Medford, NJ06-2014
Skills
- Customer service
- Early childhood education
Certification
Herbalism Certification (1,000-hour) from Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, 2021-2022
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Star Child Nature School
09.2022 - 12.2025
Front End Cashier
Costco
08.2014 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Rowan College At Burlington County
High School Diploma -
Lenape High School