TARITA SLATER
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Shopper
Whole Food Market
Jenkintown, PA
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Maintained a organized and systematic approach to shopping, resulting in fewer errors and higher accuracy.
- Ensured proper storage of perishable items during transportation, minimizing spoilage or damage risks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently fulfilling grocery orders and ensuring product quality.
- Prioritized order processing based on urgency, optimizing workflow to accommodate same-day deliveries.
Personal Shopper
Amazon
4100 Chestnut Street
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent requests without compromising attention to detail or overall service quality.
Home Health Aide
Fox Chase Adult Day Care
7770 Dungan Road # 1
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Homecare Aide
All American Homecare Agency
6000 N. Broad Street
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Delivered skilled personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting support which enhanced hygiene levels for patients.
- Conducted routine health monitoring, including vital signs and symptom tracking, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Companion Caregiver
One Care Inc
2417 Welsh Road Suite 201 Philadelphia,Pa
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Prepared nutritious meals for clients, supporting their overall health and dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
Summer Youth Employee
Hancock St John's H&S Learning Center
1217 N Hancock Street Philadelphia,Pa
07.2006 - 08.2009
- Developed a strong work ethic through punctual attendance, consistent effort, and adherence to deadlines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to new tasks and responsibilities as needed throughout employment tenure.
- Enhanced teamwork skills by collaborating with peers on various projects.
- Strengthened problem-solving capabilities while troubleshooting issues that arose during daily tasks.
- Gained experience in conflict resolution techniques while mediating disputes between coworkers or participants.
- Supported program coordination by scheduling events and ensuring all materials were prepared in advance.
Lead Infant Teacher
Noah's Kiddie Campus Academy
09.2005 - 01.2008
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant''s developmental milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Improved cognitive abilities in infants by introducing foundational concepts like shapes, colors, numbers, and letters through interactive playtime sessions.
Daycare Teacher
My Honey's Daycare Center
5846 Camac Street Philadelphia,Pa
10.2006 - 02.2007
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Child Caretaker
Pddcorp
2350 W. Westmoreland Street
05.2001 - 02.2004
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment and closely supervising all activities.
- Encouraged creative expression through arts and crafts activities, nurturing each child''s artistic talents.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alford High School
Richmond,Va03.2013
Skills
- Health and safety compliance
- Motivated Team Player
- Experience with kids of all ages
- Goal Setting and Prioritization
- Safety processes and procedures
- Dependable and reliable
- Quick Learner
- Time Management
Timeline
Grocery Shopper
Whole Food Market
08.2021 - 03.2024
Personal Shopper
Amazon
12.2019 - 08.2022
Home Health Aide
Fox Chase Adult Day Care
01.2018 - 11.2019
Homecare Aide
All American Homecare Agency
07.2017 - 03.2018
Companion Caregiver
One Care Inc
01.2014 - 11.2016
Daycare Teacher
My Honey's Daycare Center
10.2006 - 02.2007
Summer Youth Employee
Hancock St John's H&S Learning Center
07.2006 - 08.2009
Lead Infant Teacher
Noah's Kiddie Campus Academy
09.2005 - 01.2008
Child Caretaker
Pddcorp
05.2001 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
Alford High School