Victoria Smalls
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Job inquiry
My Name is Victoria Smalls. I'm 23 years old and I attend University of North Florida. I'm pursuing an Bachelors degree in early childhood education as I am enrolled as a student currently. My Current GPA is 3.55. I was top of my class graduating high school as class president. Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Childs Place Daycare
01.2024 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Stock the store
Big Lots
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Fostered a positive work environment by assisting coworkers with tasks, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team-building activities.
- Streamlined store operations by effectively managing inventory, restocking merchandise, and maintaining a clean and organized sales floor.
- Optimized productivity through efficient task prioritization, time management skills, and attention to detail.
Customer Service Associate Team Leader
SleepGeekz
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Streamlined team workflow for improved efficiency in handling customer inquiries and resolving issues.
- Provided regular feedback to management regarding opportunities for process improvements based on direct customer experiences.
- Managed escalated customer situations effectively, maintaining professionalism while working towards resolutions.
Sorter
Amazon Jax 5
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Stacked items according to weights, sizes, types, and picking priorities.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety within the workplace, reducing potential hazards during the sorting process.
- Operated pallet jacks to move large and heavy items for sorting.
- Assessed and sorted items into containers or designated areas according to classification, size, and condition.
Teacher assistant/student tutor and mentor
City Year
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Florida
08.2028
Associates in childhood education -
Florida State Career College of Jacksonville
Skills
- Communication skills- strong written and verbal abilities, ensures effective interactions with needed personnel, exceptional active listening skills, great comprehension of instructions and requirements
- Classroom Management
- Literacy support
- Organization- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines effectively
- Team Collaboration- strong ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, comfortable working in fast-paced environments
- Patience and Empathy
Cover Letter
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am contacting you to express my interest in the position you are hiring for. After reviewing the
position requirements, I believe that my qualifications and education are a great match.
My soon to be Associates degree combined with training and experience has provided me with
a great foundation of knowledge and skills. I learn new processes quickly and I'm good at
attentive, troubleshooting and patient-centered. I have a resourceful approach to
problem-solving, tackling challenges head-on and I consider obstacles learning experiences. I'm
a people person with high energy and a lot of ambition to succeed.
For more details about my background, please review my enclosed resume. I believe that I can
be the employee you're looking for and welcome the opportunity to speak with you at your
earliest convenience.
Sincerely, Victoria Smalls
Certification
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Childs Place Daycare
01.2024 - Current
Stock the store
Big Lots
03.2023 - 12.2023
Customer Service Associate Team Leader
SleepGeekz
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher assistant/student tutor and mentor
City Year
08.2020 - 06.2021
Sorter
Amazon Jax 5
06.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Florida
Associates in childhood education -
Florida State Career College of Jacksonville
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
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