Tess Jamison
Draper,UT
Summary
Focused Childcare team member offering excellent record of success caring for children of varied ages and backgrounds. Skilled in planning and managing hands-on activities to promote development. Certified in CPR and first aid with proven history of responding to emergencies with grace and reasoned thinking.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant
VASA Fitness
Sandy, Utah
12.2024 - Current
- Used clear communication and professionalism to develop constructive relationships with families.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Infant care including feedings, nap times and play time.
- Encouraged self-expression through various art forms such as music, painting, drawing.
- Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Laundry Attendant
Self Employed Services
Draper, Utah
04.2024 - Current
- Set dryers at appropriate drying times and settings by taking into account fabric type and load size.
- Coordinated with housekeeping to meet laundry needs by preparing appropriate quantities.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on washers, dryers and other related equipment.
- Stain treat.
- Maintain a clean and organized space.
- Pick up and deliver orders.
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
Draper
07.2019 - Current
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Self motivated with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Familiar working with special needs children.
- Routine focused and organized daily activities.
- Meal preparation and feedings.
- Sanitizing and daily upkeep to ensure a clean and safe environment.
- Homeschooling and field trips.
- Maintained updated knowledge.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Sales Associate
Buy Buy Baby
Sandy, Utah
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Clothing Sales Associate
Deseret Industries
Sandy, Utah
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Audited inventory to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Addressed customer requests for certain items and resolved service issues to maximize satisfaction.
- Restocked shelves with new merchandise as needed.
- Dressed and maintained mannequins.
- Cleaned and ensured a safe environment.
House Cleaner
J&J Cleaners
Salt Lake City, Utah
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Hand dusted and wiped down offices furniture, fixtures and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Cleansed kitchen appliances such as microwaves, stoves, dishwashers.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
- Worked well in a team as well as independently.
Childcare Provider
Home Based
West Jordan, Utah
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Applied positive behavioral management to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Administered first aid as needed.
- Maintained clean environments.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
Team Leader
Jamba Juice
West Jordan, Utah
03.2008 - 12.2009
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities to individuals strengths and areas of expertise.
- Inventory and cash handling.
Education
High School Diploma -
Home Schooled
West Jordan, UT05-2009
CPR / First Aid Certified
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Behavior management techniques
- Special-needs childcare
- Safety awareness
- Emergency procedures
- Parent communication
- Reliable
- Food handling preparation
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Teamwork oriented
- CPR training
- First aid certificate
- Patience and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Emotionally supportive
- Housekeeping
- Dependable
- Approachable
- Excellent communication skills
- Self motivated
- Origination skills
- Record keeping
Additional Information
- I'm a single Mom of 3. l've done childcare most of my life. I'm very patient, a quick learner and attentive listener. I take my job very seriously and put my best efforts into what I'm doing.My older children are special needs as well as I cared for my disabled grandmother.These experiences have given me other skills such as creativity, empathy and understanding.Ilove a good challenge and am a very dedicated person.
Timeline
Childcare Assistant
VASA Fitness
12.2024 - Current
Laundry Attendant
Self Employed Services
04.2024 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
07.2019 - Current
Sales Associate
Buy Buy Baby
03.2019 - 06.2019
Clothing Sales Associate
Deseret Industries
06.2018 - 10.2018
House Cleaner
J&J Cleaners
04.2014 - 10.2014
Childcare Provider
Home Based
05.2012 - 05.2014
Team Leader
Jamba Juice
03.2008 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Home Schooled
CPR / First Aid Certified