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Taylor Thurber

Florence,KY

Summary

Experienced early childhood educator prepared for role of Lead Infant Teacher. Strong focus on fostering development through engaging activities, nurturing environments, and individualized care. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Skilled in curriculum planning, classroom management, and communication with parents and staff. Reliable and responsive to changing needs, ensuring supportive and effective learning atmosphere. Known for creating a strong relationship with parents.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

Scheduler

The Christ Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw and verified adherence to government regulations by maintaining sensitive data and complying with international laws.
  • Answered phone calls and answered questions from potential customers.
  • Entered daily data in computer systems and documented office activities.
  • Balanced employee availability, customer schedules and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.

Assistant Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
  • Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.

Receptionist/Title Clerk

Kerry Toyota
04.2018 - 11.2020
  • Entered title and vehicle information into database.
  • Received and processed paperwork for titles, new license plates and renewals.
  • Prepared tax and title documents to submit legal transfer work to DMV.
  • Communicated with customers to resolve common title issues.
  • Collected taxes and fees, submitted payments and issued receipts.
  • Provided each member of public with exceptional service and knowledgeable support to maintain smooth operations and happy customers.

Server

Summit Hills Country Club
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Customer Service Specialist Head Cashier

McAllister's Deli
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Handled approximately daily credit and cash transactions for customers with accuracy and speed.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

McDonald's
09.2014 - 12.2015
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.

Education

No Degree - Marine Biology

Thomas More College
Fort Mitchell, KY

High School Diploma -

Dixie Heights High School
Fort Mitchell, KY
05.2017

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Patience and empathy
  • Safety awareness
  • Housekeeping skills
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Activity planning
  • Feeding techniques
  • Documentation requirements
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Lead Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2023 - 07.2025

Scheduler

The Christ Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2023

Assistant Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2021 - 10.2021

Server

Summit Hills Country Club
09.2019 - 06.2020

Receptionist/Title Clerk

Kerry Toyota
04.2018 - 11.2020

Customer Service Specialist Head Cashier

McAllister's Deli
09.2016 - 08.2018

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

McDonald's
09.2014 - 12.2015

No Degree - Marine Biology

Thomas More College

High School Diploma -

Dixie Heights High School