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Tonisha Speller

Nashville,TN

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic, experienced at Blossom Academy in fostering child development through creative lesson planning and effective parent-teacher communication. Proven ability in cleaning and sanitation, ensuring a safe environment, while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards of care in diverse settings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Blossom Academy
07.2024 - Current
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.

Elderly Caregiver

Delphine K
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting, giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one's condition while respecting privacy.
  • Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.

Unarmed Security Guard

Allied Universal Security Services
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Assisted visitors and customers to provide directions, answer questions and meet requests.
  • Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
  • Improved overall safety by enforcing company policies and regulations among employees and visitors alike.
  • Completed detailed incident reports to provide accurate documentation of security events for future reference.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their concerns and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Prevented escalations in conflicts through effective communication skills and conflict resolution techniques, maintaining a calm environment onsite.
  • Maintained visitor logs for accurate record-keeping and improved site access control.
  • Ensured proper functioning of security equipment through routine checks, contributing to optimal surveillance coverage and intrusion detection capabilities.
  • Conducted security screenings at entry points to prevent unauthorized access, maintaining secure environment.
  • Oversaw operation of security equipment, including alarms and CCTV systems, to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

Cleaning Team Leader

Sizemoreinc
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Managed inventory efficiently, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
  • Led team in consistently outperforming set targets while also maintaining excellent client feedback and retention rates, establishing the team's reputation for excellence.
  • Improved team efficiency by implementing streamlined cleaning processes and schedules.
  • Promoted team collaboration through open communication channels and fostering a positive work atmosphere.
  • Resolved client issues promptly, maintaining professional relationships and ensuring repeat business.
  • Optimized staff deployment by strategically assigning tasks based on individual competencies and workload balance.
  • Developed tailored cleaning plans for clients with unique requirements or specialized facilities.
  • Increased team productivity through regular evaluations and constructive feedback on individual performance.
  • Facilitated cross-training opportunities among team members, promoting versatility in skillsets and improving overall capabilities of the group.
  • Conducted thorough inspections to ensure cleanliness standards were consistently met across all facilities serviced by the team.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and ironing.

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
10.2018 - 07.2021
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100lbs.
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
  • Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
  • Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
  • Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hunters Lane High School
Nashville
05-2019

Skills

  • Time management
  • Child safety
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Lesson planning
  • Strong work ethic
  • Customer service
  • CPR and first aid
  • Loves children
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • First aid training
  • Classroom management
  • Report writing

Certification

  • CPR/AED Child/ Infant/ Adult Training, Certification - 08/2027
  • Pediatric First Aid Training, Certification - 08/2027

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Blossom Academy
07.2024 - Current

Elderly Caregiver

Delphine K
01.2023 - 07.2024

Unarmed Security Guard

Allied Universal Security Services
06.2022 - 02.2023

Cleaning Team Leader

Sizemoreinc
09.2020 - 06.2022

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
10.2018 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Hunters Lane High School