Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 6 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and parents.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Milestones Early Learning Center
01.2017 - Current
I started as an infant assistant, earned my CDA in Infant and Toddlers. Became a Lead Toddler teacher for 1 year
Transitioned into Infant Lead for past 5 years
I provide a safe, loving and educational environment for infants and young toddlers to grow and learn.
I write weekly lesson plans, providing daily activities and goals.
I create activities based around different cultures and traditions.
I incorporate Milestones belief of nature and play into the environment and expose the babies to nature in unique and fun ways.
I communicate on a daily and weekly basis with parents about updates on their children and the room.
Follow licensing rules to provide a safe environment for everyone
Create a positive environment for all staff and children
Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Drive the bus as needed
Assist in the office as needed
Cultivated an inclusive atmosphere within the classroom by addressing diverse cultural backgrounds through multicultural lesson plans and resources.
Server
Dave & Buster's
08.2016 - 01.2017
Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
Mold Operator
Lacks Enterprises
02.2013 - 02.2016
Inspected molded car parts for defects and imperfections
Assembly and final inspection of car parts
Quality assurance and inherence to strict standards
Lead Infant Teacher
Adventures Learning Centers
05.2012 - 06.2013
Started as a young toddler assistant and moved into a lead infant role
Provided a healthy, safe and learning environment for infants
Wrote and carried out weekly lesson plans; creating daily activities
Followed licensing rules to create a healthy environment
Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Bartender
AMC Theatres
11.2010 - 02.2012
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele.
Ran an efficient register with speed and accuracy
Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Cast Member
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2008 - 02.2012
Served in multiple roles and positions within Walt Disney World
Majority of the time was spent working concessions for Cirque Du Soliel. Here I ran a cashier and received multiple awards for service and speed.
I became a Coordinator. I was in charge of all the money and nightly deposits for Cirque Du Soliel and Pleasure Island. I also supervised all the Cast Members to make sure everything ran well. I solved any conflicts that would arise; whether with cast or guests.
I handled allergies
I was a Coordinator at Hollywood Studios for 2 Quick Service Restaurants. I supervised all Cast members to make sure everything ran smoothly and handle any conflict
I picked up other various shifts working at Captain Jacks Restaurant as a Host, bartender at various bars, and other misc. quick service positions through out the parks
Team 2 Trainer
Chuck E Cheese
09.2004 - 03.2007
Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
Trained all new employees
I was trained in all areas including; cashier, birthday parties, kitchen, games, costume, and showroom
Primarily ran the cash register with efficiency and accuracy
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
No Degree - Elementary Education And Hospitality
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2024
Skills
Customer assistance & relations
Classroom Organization
Cash register operation
Basic math skills
Time management skills
Cash Handling
Staff Training
Creative Teaching
Health and safety
Parent-Teacher Communication
Accomplishments
Quarterly Award for Walt Disney World, Downtown Disney
Certification
CDA
Timeline
CDA
02-2018
Lead Infant Teacher
Milestones Early Learning Center
01.2017 - Current
Server
Dave & Buster's
08.2016 - 01.2017
Mold Operator
Lacks Enterprises
02.2013 - 02.2016
Lead Infant Teacher
Adventures Learning Centers
05.2012 - 06.2013
Bartender
AMC Theatres
11.2010 - 02.2012
Cast Member
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2008 - 02.2012
Team 2 Trainer
Chuck E Cheese
09.2004 - 03.2007
No Degree - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
No Degree - Elementary Education And Hospitality
University of Central Florida
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College
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