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Vaughniesha Hilliard

Summary

Dedicated early childhood education professional with a proven track record of fostering nurturing and stimulating environments for young learners. Renowned for expertise in curriculum development that enhances student engagement and promotes a love for learning. Dependable team collaborator committed to achieving educational goals while adeptly adapting to evolving classroom dynamics. Passionate about creating inclusive spaces that support the diverse needs of all students, ensuring each child thrives academically and socially.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
06.2025 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Teacher

Georgetown Hill Early School
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.

Produce Clerk

Whole Foods Market Inc
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by adhering to proper handling, storage, and temperature guidelines for all produce items.
  • Assisted customers in selecting the freshest produce by sharing knowledge on ripeness indicators and proper storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with produce manager to order optimal quantity of goods, balancing freshness with demand.
  • Reduced shrinkage rates by closely monitoring expiration dates and implementing markdown strategies on soon-to-expire items.

Asset Protection Specialists

Target
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in the recovery of stolen merchandise by coordinating efforts with other retail stores in the area, strengthening partnerships within the community.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor when interacting with customers, employees, and law enforcement officials during investigations or incidents.
  • Partnered with local law enforcement agencies to address external theft and promote a secure shopping environment for customers.
  • Prepared case reports, preserved evidence, interacted with law enforcement and testified in criminal and civil court actions to facilitate prosecution.
  • Improved store safety by conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Increased employee awareness of loss prevention strategies through comprehensive training programs.

Trainer

Instacart
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Leveraged interactive learning techniques to enhance engagement, knowledge retention, and skill development among trainees.
  • Utilized neuro-linguistic programming techniques to enhance communication skills, build rapport, and influence others.
  • Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities and program effectiveness.
  • Trained employees on SOPs, company policies and safety measures.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.

Childcare Provider

Tiny Tots Group Daycare
01.2019 - 04.2020
  • Selected activities to reinforce learning and discovery and helped children develop personal interests.
  • Cultivated safe and inclusive care environment to nurture and encourage children. Observed signs of behavioral or emotional issues and alerted senior staff and parents of concerns.
  • Organized age-appropriate activities to promote play, movement and development.
  • Maintained clean classroom, eating and activity areas.
  • Read to groups for story time and encouraged questions and exploration.
  • Communicated with parents regarding observations and concerns or to provide positive feedback.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY

High School Diploma - undefined

Bushwick School for Social Justice
Brooklyn, NY
06.2012

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Child development
  • Small group instruction
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Family involvement
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Behavior management

Certification

45- Hour Course: Child Growth and Development

ADA

Breastfeeding Awareness

9-Hour Communication Course

Basic Health and Safety

Adult, Child & Infant CPR and AED

Adult, Child & Infant First Aid




Timeline

Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
06.2025 - Current

Teacher

Georgetown Hill Early School
02.2024 - 06.2025

Produce Clerk

Whole Foods Market Inc
09.2023 - 02.2024

Asset Protection Specialists

Target
01.2021 - 08.2023

Trainer

Instacart
01.2021 - 02.2022

Childcare Provider

Tiny Tots Group Daycare
01.2019 - 04.2020

High School Diploma - undefined

Bushwick School for Social Justice

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Borough of Manhattan Community College

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York

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