I focus on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children through proactive classroom and playground management. I am knowledgeable about childhood development and strategies to enhance wellbeing. I effectively meet front-end needs with skilled merchandising, customer support and register management. Proficient in processing purchases and returns with high accuracy and diligent attention to important details.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2022 - Current
Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
Barista
Starbucks
05.2021 - 08.2022
Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
Described menu items to customers and suggested products based on stated preferences.
Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
Preschool Teacher
Best Child Care
08.2019 - 08.2020
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Sales Associate
Hobby Lobby
06.2015 - 08.2019
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2021
Skills
Activity Planning
Social and Emotional Development
Communication and Cooperation
Child Supervision
Observing and Monitoring Behavior
Excellent Communication Skills
Retail Store Operations
Customer Service
Flexible Schedule
Teamwork and Collaboration
Early Childhood Development
Lesson Planning
Social Skills
Classroom Organization
Time Management
Team Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Computer Proficiency
Excellent Memory
Point of Sale Operation
Multitasking
Organizational skills
Reliable and Dependable
Relationship Building
Performance Improvements
Additional Information
Passed : Praxis 1, Praxis 2, and PLT: Early Childhood
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2022 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
05.2021 - 08.2022
Preschool Teacher
Best Child Care
08.2019 - 08.2020
Sales Associate
Hobby Lobby
06.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Coordinator of Special Support Programs at East Baton Rouge Parish School SystemCoordinator of Special Support Programs at East Baton Rouge Parish School System