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Certification
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Nicole Russell

Cornwall,ON

Summary

Knowledgeable floor associate skilled at building connections with customers to promote products. Excellent communication skills combined with analytical and attentive nature. Dedicated to keeping stock levels optimal and merchandising items to drive sales. Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 23 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Floor Associate

Walmart
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted coworkers when needed to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently, fostering teamwork within the store environment.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent product knowledge and timely assistance on the sales floor.
  • Managed time effectively during shifts, prioritizing tasks according to urgency for optimal productivity.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by addressing customer inquiries or concerns quickly and effectively.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by organizing shelves, racks, and other display areas for easy access and navigation by customers.

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Free To Become Preschool
10.2004 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels concerning any concerns or challenges that may arise.
  • Promoted fine motor skill development with hands-on activities and sensory play experiences.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment for all children by enforcing strict health and safety protocols within the classroom.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Continuously pursued professional growth opportunities through participation in workshops, webinars, conferences, and coursework to stay current with best practices within the early childhood education field.
  • Partnered with parents to facilitate consistent routines and reinforce positive behaviors in children both at home and in the classroom setting.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
04.2001

Skills

  • Strong work ethics
  • Customer Engagement
  • Parent and Guardian Relations/communication
  • Workplace Safety
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Concise time management
  • Leadership
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Child Development
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Decision-Making

Accomplishments

Webinars/Seminar

-Early learning and the brain: Supporting children's emotional development and self-regulation within Ontario's early years program

-Behavior Guidance: setting the stage 4 success

-Transforming challenging behavior 3-part training series

-Trauma-informed certification

-5 things you can do t lessen challenging behaviors tomorrow

-Introduction to infant and earl mental health

Certification

  • Trauma-informed certificate
  • Certificate for completing a one year of the R.E.C.E leadership program
  • Early Childhood Development Shanker Self-Reg certificate
  • Challenging Behaviors Certificate

Volunteer Experience

2004, present, Work with children ages 3-5 in kid’s church. I set up activities and taught them the bible.

References

available upon request

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Floor Associate

Walmart
05.2023 - Current

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Free To Become Preschool
10.2004 - Current

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College

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