Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Experience
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Teana Roper

Gig Harbor,WA

Summary

Early childhood education professional prepared for nurturing and educational roles. Proven ability to support classroom activities and foster infant development. Reliable in team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs.


Skilled in communication and child care.

As customer service professional, brings valuable experience in addressing and resolving customer issues effectively. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable and adaptable with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Assistant Infant Teacher

Birth To Five
10.2023 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
  • Boosted cognitive development through intentional planning of stimulating activities suitable for each infant''s unique abilities and interests.
  • Assisted in tracking infant milestones, ensuring timely identification of potential developmental delays or concerns.
  • Strengthened parent involvement in their child''s education by providing resources and information on supporting infant development at home.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom atmosphere by displaying warmth, empathy, and patience when interacting with infants, staff, and families.
  • Enhanced infant learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and sensory materials into daily routines.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

North Tacoma Montessori
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Job duties include assisting the lead teacher with lesson plans and evaluating the growth and education of preschoolers aged 2- 5 years.
  • Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
  • Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
  • Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.

Transcriber

Verbit.ai (Work From Home Position)
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Position as a Transcriber requires individuals to listen to audio files from court hearings to thoroughly ensure that captions and subtitles match the audio.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethics by maintaining a reliable and punctual record, ensuring deadlines were consistently met for all projects assigned.
  • Improved overall transcription quality with the consistent use of industry-standard style guides and transcription software.
  • Listened to recorded dictation and transcribed information.

Lead Generator/ Appointment Setter

Magnet Marketing (Work From Home Position)
01.2020 - 10.2021
  • Duties include generating leads by marketing products/ setting appointments via social media.
  • Cultivated trust with prospects through consistent follow-up communication and relationship-building tactics, leading to higher conversion rates over time.
  • Generated high-quality leads by researching and identifying potential clients through various online platforms.
  • Scheduled sales appointments to discuss products and services and to close qualified leads.
  • Reached out to prospective customers using effective social media, research skills, and networking events.

Lead Infant Teacher

St. Paul Child Development Center
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Duties included creating an age-appropriate curriculum designed for infants under one year of age, as well as making sure the personal needs of the infants were met.
  • Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
  • Fostered language development in infants by incorporating sign language instruction into daily interactions and teaching routines.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted physical development among infants through daily exercise routines and fine motor skill-building activities.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Coker Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Duties include giving children one-on-one lessons or working in small groups to help transition the special needs students into general education classes.
  • Adapted general education curriculum for students with disabilities, ensuring access to grade-level content while addressing individual needs.
  • Provided accommodations during testing periods as required by IEPs, resulting in fewer distractions and better focus on assessments.
  • Facilitated social skill development by modeling appropriate behaviors and guiding students through peer interactions during group work or extracurricular activities.
  • Supported students with physical disabilities in daily activities, including mobility assistance, personal care tasks, and use of assistive technology devices.
  • Assisted in the development of instructional materials, including visual aids and hands-on activities, to facilitate diverse learning styles.

Omni/Sales Floor Associate

Kohl’s (Retail)
02.2015 - 06.2017
  • Duties included assisting customers with transactions (both in store and online orders), prepping online orders for shipments, and working on the sales floor
  • Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular counts and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to address customer inquiries accurately and efficiently.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by consistently providing knowledgeable assistance and friendly service on the sales floor.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Utilized strong time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities, including assisting customers, managing inventory, and maintaining store cleanliness.

Assistant Infant/ Young Toddlers/ Toddlers Teacher

Primrose School at Cibolo Canyons
12.2015 - 01.2017
  • Duties included creating/ carrying out a detailed curriculum for the students, caring for the children, and assisting the lead teacher with multiple tasks at a time.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Kitchen Assistant

UCCS Family Development Center
01.2015 - 09.2015
  • Duties included cleaning kitchen areas, assisting with food prep/ delivery
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.

Teacher Assistant

Amelia Earhart Intermediate School
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Duties included assisting the lead teacher in carrying out lesson plans, group lessons, and one on one tutoring sessions for school aged children. This employment opportunity was a temporary position that lasted one school year (9 months).
  • Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
  • Enhanced classroom environment by implementing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.

Education

High School -

Kadena High School
01.2014

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University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
01.2015

No Degree - Psychology and Counseling

University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio
01.2019

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Growth mindset encouragement
  • Infant CPR certification
  • First aid training
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Special needs support
  • Professional development commitment
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Certification

  • Life. Health, and Accidental Insurance License - (2021- current)
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Food Handler's Certificate

Timeline

Assistant Infant Teacher

Birth To Five
10.2023 - Current

Assistant Preschool Teacher

North Tacoma Montessori
02.2023 - 10.2023

Transcriber

Verbit.ai (Work From Home Position)
10.2021 - 02.2023

Lead Generator/ Appointment Setter

Magnet Marketing (Work From Home Position)
01.2020 - 10.2021

Lead Infant Teacher

St. Paul Child Development Center
01.2018 - 08.2020

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Coker Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2019

Assistant Infant/ Young Toddlers/ Toddlers Teacher

Primrose School at Cibolo Canyons
12.2015 - 01.2017

Omni/Sales Floor Associate

Kohl’s (Retail)
02.2015 - 06.2017

Kitchen Assistant

UCCS Family Development Center
01.2015 - 09.2015

Teacher Assistant

Amelia Earhart Intermediate School
09.2013 - 06.2014

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University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

High School -

Kadena High School

No Degree - Psychology and Counseling

University of Texas At San Antonio

Experience

  • Customer Service/Call center (2015-2021)
  • Retail (2015-2018)
  • Early Childhood Education (2013-Present)
  • Special needs care (2017-2019)
  • Marketing/Appointment Setting (2019-2021)
  • Transcription (2021)