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Tamala Nowalk

Price Chopper
Greene,NY
1
Language
39
years of professional experience

Experienced childcare professional with a strong background in safe supervision, daily routines, and organized environments. Known for reliability, clear communication, and attention to detail across daycare and family care settings.

Work History

Grocery Team Member

7 Years 4 Months
Price Chopper | 06.2019 - Current
  • Stocked grocery shelves, rotated products, and removed expired items to maintain store presentation and freshness.
  • Replenished merchandise from backroom inventory, ensuring accurate facing and organized aisle displays.
  • Assisted customers with product locations, special requests, and carryout support in fast-paced store environment.
  • Checked pricing, signs, and shelf labels for accuracy to support smooth shopping experience and reduce errors.

Family Day Care Provider

14 Years
Self-employeed | 06.2005 - 06.2019
  • Supervised daily childcare routines, ensuring safe supervision, meals, rest, and age-appropriate activities.
  • Implemented developmental learning activities supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and motor skill growth.
  • Maintained clean, organized childcare environment through consistent sanitation and safety checks.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's behavior, needs, schedules, and progress.
  • Managed meal planning, snack preparation, and dietary accommodations for varied age groups.

Day Care Manager/Lead Preschool Teacher

10 Years 1 Month
Just Beginning Nursery School | 08.1995 - 09.2005
  • Coordinated child care plans and daily routines to support safe, consistent nursery operations.
  • Supervised staff scheduling and coverage to maintain smooth classroom and care transitions.
  • Monitored child wellbeing, documenting concerns and communicating promptly with families and educators.
  • Implemented behavior support strategies to promote positive interactions and age-appropriate development.
  • Assisted and supervised children through entire school day.

Cashier/Clerical Officer

4 Years 2 Months
Fay's Drug Store | 06.1990 - 08.1994
  • Processed cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately at POS register.
  • Greeted customers and resolved checkout questions with prompt, courteous service.
  • Balanced cash drawer and reconciled daily receipts with attention to detail.
  • Verified pricing, coupons, and discounts to ensure correct transaction totals.

Daycare Teacher

3 Years 2 Months
Chenango Delaware BOCES | 06.1987 - 08.1990
  • Planned age-appropriate lessons supporting early childhood development and school readiness.
  • Supervised children during play, meals, and transitions to maintain safe classroom routines.
  • Prepared classroom activities, learning materials, and daily supplies for consistent instruction.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

SUNY Broome Community College | Binghamton, NY | 05-1992

High School Diploma

Greene Central High School | Greene, NY | 06-1987

Languages

English

Timeline

Grocery Team Member

Price Chopper
06.2019 - CurrentRead More

Family Day Care Provider

Self-employeed
06.2005 - 06.2019Read More

Day Care Manager/Lead Preschool Teacher

Just Beginning Nursery School
08.1995 - 09.2005Read More

Cashier/Clerical Officer

Fay's Drug Store
06.1990 - 08.1994Read More

Daycare Teacher

Chenango Delaware BOCES
06.1987 - 08.1990Read More

SUNY Broome Community College

Associate of Science from Early Childhood Education
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Greene Central High School

High School Diploma
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Tamala Nowalk