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Catherine Cleary

North Chelmsford,MA

Summary

Experienced with inventory management, customer service, and maintaining store cleanliness. Utilizes effective communication skills to assist customers and collaborate with team members efficiently. Knowledge of stocking procedures and store organization to ensure smooth shopping experience. Knowledgeable child care with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development. Skilled professional with significant experience in supporting individuals with special needs during transportation. Strong focus on ensuring safety, providing compassionate assistance, and maintaining calm environment. Proven team collaborator known for adapting to changing circumstances and prioritizing effective communication. Reliable and patient, with solid understanding of behavior management and conflict resolution.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grocery Clerk/Customer Service Representative

Shaw's Supermarket
02.2025 - Current
  • Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
  • Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Enhanced store cleanliness through diligent maintenance of aisles, shelves, and display areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily objectives and maintain smooth store operations.

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Experience
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in classroom.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Assisted and supervised up to 20 children through entire school day.

Private Nanny

Self Employed
04.2020 - 09.2023
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.

Special Needs Bus Monitor

Pridestar EMS
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Participated in regular team meetings with other bus monitors, drivers, and school staff to discuss best practices and ensure quality service delivery.
  • Supported emergency preparedness efforts by participating in drills and maintaining knowledge of emergency procedures.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changes in routes or schedules as needed, prioritizing needs of special needs students throughout their transportation experience.
  • Monitored environmental factors such as temperature control within buses, ensuring comfortable and safe atmosphere for all passengers.
  • Improved student safety by closely monitoring their behavior and ensuring compliance with bus rules.
  • Implemented individualized behavior management plans for each student as needed, reducing incidents of disruptive conduct on bus.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by consistently demonstrating patience, empathy, and understanding of their unique requirements.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary environment within bus, contributing to welcoming space for students.

Floater Teacher

The Learning Experience
10.2018 - 11.2019
  • Promoted positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
  • Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
  • Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child's progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and further enhance teaching skills.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, contributing to improved student outcomes and overall course effectiveness.
  • Counseled students needing occasional emotional support.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Monitored up to 20 students simultaneously with confidence and leadership.
  • Promoted positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.

Assistant Teacher

Springboard Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children's education.
  • Ensured safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.

Assistant Teacher

Knowledge Beginnings
12.2014 - 12.2017
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
  • Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
  • Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chelmsford High School
Chelmsford, MA
06-2016

Skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Workplace hazard management
  • Curriculum and Child development
  • Positive behavior reinforcement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Observation and monitoring
  • Confidentiality and privacy
  • First aid and CPR

Certification

  • Child Abuse and Neglect, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • EEC Essentials, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Emergency Response, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Food Related Risk and Response, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Guidance for Reopening Child Care, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Hazardous Material, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Infectious Diseases and Immunizations, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Introduction to Child Growth and Development, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Introduction to First Aid and CPR, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Medication Administration, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Physical Premises Safety, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Safe Sleeping Practices, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Shaken Baby Syndrome, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Transporting Children, MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) - September 2nd, 2020
  • Basic First Aid/CPR and AED for Adult/Child/Infant (G2015), American Safety and Health Institute - September 2nd, 2023

Timeline

Grocery Clerk/Customer Service Representative

Shaw's Supermarket
02.2025 - Current

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Experience
02.2024 - 08.2024

Private Nanny

Self Employed
04.2020 - 09.2023

Special Needs Bus Monitor

Pridestar EMS
09.2019 - 03.2020

Floater Teacher

The Learning Experience
10.2018 - 11.2019

Assistant Teacher

Springboard Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018

Assistant Teacher

Knowledge Beginnings
12.2014 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Chelmsford High School

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