Taylor Shoaf
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Eager to learn and quick to adapt, excelling at taking direction and mastering new skills efficiently. Possessing an outgoing nature and the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, I am a reliable team player always willing to seek help when needed. Committed to continuous improvement, consistently delivering high-quality work and exceeding expectations. With Number years of experience, strong communication skills, and good observational abilities, skillfully handling day-to-day activities while seeking opportunities to make a difference. Results-oriented achiever with a proven ability to exceed targets in fast-paced environments, combining strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Tots' Spot Academy
Murfreesboro, TN
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for children in accordance with state guidelines
- Created a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being
- Led daily activities such as circle time, arts and crafts, storytime, outdoor play, and sensory exploration to promote learning and development
- Provided individualized attention to each child's needs, fostering their cognitive, physical, and social growth
- Collaborated with parents to understand their child's unique requirements and provide regular updates on progress
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, behavior incidents, milestones achieved, and parent communication
- 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.
Daycare Assistant
Private Owned Company
Santa Maria, CA
04.2021 - 12.2022
- I helped plan the day for the children and made sure every kid learns something new or tried something new every day.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
Care Provider
life steps foundation
Santa Maria, CA
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Passed Dsp 1 And Dsp 2
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Promoted social, emotional, and physical health through diverse activities.
- Provided end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, ensuring they received comfort and dignity during their final days.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Customer Service Rep
Volt Workforce Solutions
Santa Maria, CA
01.2015 - 06.2020
- I would assist callers in make a appointment and solving solutions
Direct Support Professional
Novellas
Santa Maria, CA
12.2019 - 04.2020
- I helped my clients learn essential life skills and work related skills. I would teach them to use a register and how to count money. How to keep a work environment clean and safe. On top of speaking skills and communication with others
Direct Support Professional
People's Care
Orcutt, CA
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Passed Dsp 1 And Dsp 2
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
recyling speacialist
replanet
Santa Maria, CA
09.2015 - 06.2018
- I have to deal with a variety of different customers and I lift heavy barrels full of glass, plastic, and aluminum. I have to crush glass with a pole and I also have to lift up heavy bails of plastic and aluminum which can easily weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Skills Used
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
Feild worker
BD MEDICAL
Nashville, TN
11.2017 - 06.2018
Barista and Cashier
Coffee time
Santa Maria, CA
11.2016 - 03.2017
Cafe Manager
Santa maria high
01.2011 - 01.2015
Housekeeper
Vernon edwards
01.2011 - 01.2012
Education
High school or equivalent - undefined
Santa Maria High School
Skills
- Manager (3 years)
- Organizational Skills
- Kitchen Experience
- Customer service (4 years)
- Child safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Lesson planning
- Strong work ethic
- Health and safety
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Active listener
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Emotionally supportive
- Approachable
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Parent-teacher communication
- First aid training
- Infant care
- Classroom management
- Conflict resolution
- Efficient under pressure
- Child development
- Special-needs childcare
- Safety monitoring
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Housekeeping
- Time management
Certification
- Direct support professional 1 and 2
- April 2019 to Present
Additional Information
I am a very hard worker and is very good at taking direction. I learn very quickly and am very respectful. no matter what I am dealing with I will always do my best at work and If I need help I am the person that will ask so that way I know I am completing the task correctly rather then being to afraid to ask and doing the task wrong. I am a very outgoing young female and I am very ambitious and I love to be constantly doing new things.
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Tots' Spot Academy
10.2023 - 12.2024
Daycare Assistant
Private Owned Company
04.2021 - 12.2022
Direct Support Professional
Novellas
12.2019 - 04.2020
Care Provider
life steps foundation
05.2019 - 06.2021
Direct Support Professional
People's Care
08.2018 - 06.2019
Feild worker
BD MEDICAL
11.2017 - 06.2018
Barista and Cashier
Coffee time
11.2016 - 03.2017
recyling speacialist
replanet
09.2015 - 06.2018
Customer Service Rep
Volt Workforce Solutions
01.2015 - 06.2020
Cafe Manager
Santa maria high
01.2011 - 01.2015
Housekeeper
Vernon edwards
01.2011 - 01.2012
High school or equivalent - undefined
Santa Maria High School