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Terre Kukawski

1240 Louis LeConte Road,Hopkins
Terre Kukawski

Summary

Diligent Childcare Director with 5 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet South Carolina licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

Trista Davis

Childcare Director
11.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
  • Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
  • Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
  • Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
  • Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
  • Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles, boosting program success in only.

O'Neil, Good &Li Law

Paralegal Intern
02.2018 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Managed billable hour tracking, payroll, client invoicing and schedules for
  • 3-attorney office.
  • Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays.
  • Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
  • Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
  • Directed and coordinated service of subpoenas and scheduling of depositions for several legal professionals.
  • Answered client calls to respond to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.
  • Established law library database accuracy by maintaining legal records to regulate disparities and perform updates.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information

RAC Acceptance

Sales Manager
02.2008 - 02.2013

Job overview

  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
  • Supervised sales team of 4 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
  • Produced contracts, reports, letters, and proposals for clients.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and managed over 150 accounts to increase sales and meet quotas.

Community Education Centers Inc

Residential Instructor
01.2002 - 02.2008

Job overview

  • Provided safe and compassionate assistance to juveniles.
  • Developed exemplary training programs for team members, which were informative and educational.
  • Managed training classroom sessions both on-site and web-based sessions.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate and complete records for 36 students.
  • Taught residents life skills needed to function and provided positive reinforcement to boost confidence.

U.S. ARMY

Material Storage and Handling Specialist
Jun1982 - Mar2005 (22 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.

Education

South University
Savannah, GA

Bachelor of Science from Legal Studies
04.2018

University Overview

  • Honoree of National Society of Collegiate Scholars
  • Honoree of National Honor Society
  • Dean's List 2014-2015

Skills

  • Childcare Requirements
  • Infant Care
  • Emergency Response Plans
  • Team Meetings
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Delegating Assignments
  • Accounting Records
  • Clerical Support
  • MS Office
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • First Aid/CPR

Timeline

Childcare Director
Trista Davis
11.2019 - Current
Paralegal Intern
O'Neil, Good &Li Law
02.2018 - 04.2018
Sales Manager
RAC Acceptance
02.2008 - 02.2013
Residential Instructor
Community Education Centers Inc
01.2002 - 02.2008
Material Storage and Handling Specialist
U.S. ARMY
Jun1982 - Mar2005 (22 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
South University
Bachelor of Science from Legal Studies

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