Ali Dukes Resume
Alexandria Dukes
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112 Heritage Lane, Summerville, SC 29483
Education
2012
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood
2008
Summerville High School
Summerville, SC
High School Diploma
Certifications
2020
CPR/First Aid Certified- AHA
Professional Summary
Reliable, enthusiastic and creative individual with teaching and leadership experience ready to apply skill set, strong communication skills, leadership and productivity to your company.
Work History
St. Luke's Children Center � Infant/Toddler Program Coordinator & Leadership Team Member
Summerville, SC
04/2020 � Present
Observes children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Assisted in implementing KidReports and ProCare systems in school and classrooms.
Consults with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Creates and ensure classroom and activity schedules run smoothly.
Assists teachers with child behavior, personal needs and quality of care.
Interviews and trains new employees.
Cleans and maintains a clean school and grounds.
Assists with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintains security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Works with teachers on creating and implementing lesson plans.
Plans educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Plans special events for school to correlate with curriculum.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Talks to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year.
Accepts payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identifies signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Uses Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Uses Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Uses Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintains school�s social media page.
Creates flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center � Interim Co-Director
Summerville, SC
02/2020 � 4/2020
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Ensured classrooms and schedules run smoothly.
Assisted teachers with child behavior, personal needs, quality of care.
Trained new employees.
Interviewed for new employees.
Ensured payroll is correct and complete on time each pay period.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Helped with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintained security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Planned special events for school to correlate with learning.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Evaluated teacher�s ability to complete job tasks and maintain quality of care.
Met with school board president and church staff regularly to share information about center.
Talked to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year.
Accepted payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center � Leadership Team Member
Summerville, SC
08/2019 � 02/2020
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Ensured classrooms and schedules run smoothly.
Assisted teachers with child behavior, personal needs, quality of care.
Trained new employees.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Assisted with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintained security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Talked to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year
Accepted payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center - Lead Preschool Teacher
Summerville, SC
08/2012 � 08/2019
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Promoted physical, cognitive, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Completed 15 hours of DSS training hours online and in person courses each year
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Prepared pre-class materials.
Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office.
Cinemark - Box Office Cashier
Ladson, SC
06/2010 - 08/2012
Greeted customers in person and over the phone and determined the best approach to provide optimal service.
Printed tickets and ensured date, time and movie was correct.
Provided information about current and future events at facility.
Provided customer service by selling tickets and concessions, answering questions and completing refunds/exchanges when needed.
Occasionally worked concessions taking orders for drinks, popcorn, etc. Also, provided refunds when needed.
Attended monthly staff meetings.
Charleston Southern University-English Department Work Study
Charleston, SC
08/2008 - 05/2010
Greeted office visitors in person and over the phone and determined the best approach to provide optimal service when office manager was out.
Made copies, completed filing and organizing paperwork for office manager and various professors.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace.
South Carolina Aquarium- High School Intern in Education Department
Ladson, SC
05/2007 - 08/2007
Attended training classes to learn about animals, ocean science, career development and team-building skills.
Was 1 of 10 students chosen to continue as a paid summer intern.
Worked with marine educators and biologists throughout the summer.
Greeted visitors and determined the best approach to assist them to areas around the aquarium.
Fed and helped maintain living environments for various animals.
Provided information about current and future events at facility.
Provided customer service by answering questions and bringing various animals out on the floor for visitors to interact with and learn about.
Manned the touch tank where knowledge about South Carolina, animals and plants was shared with visitors.
Skills
Scheduling Employees
Payroll
Classroom management
Communication with parents/customers
Group and individual instruction
Critical thinking
Creative learning strategies
Time management
Customer/Client relations
Experience with special-needs students
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office, social media, and computers
Fast learner
Alexandria Dukes
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112 Heritage Lane, Summerville, SC 29483
Education
2012
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood
2008
Summerville High School
Summerville, SC
High School Diploma
Certifications
2020
CPR/First Aid Certified- AHA
Professional Summary
Reliable, enthusiastic and creative individual with teaching and leadership experience ready to apply skill set, strong communication skills, leadership and productivity to your company.
Work History
St. Luke's Children Center � Infant/Toddler Program Coordinator & Leadership Team Member
Summerville, SC
04/2020 � Present
Observes children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Assisted in implementing KidReports and ProCare systems in school and classrooms.
Consults with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Creates and ensure classroom and activity schedules run smoothly.
Assists teachers with child behavior, personal needs and quality of care.
Interviews and trains new employees.
Cleans and maintains a clean school and grounds.
Assists with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintains security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Works with teachers on creating and implementing lesson plans.
Plans educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Plans special events for school to correlate with curriculum.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Talks to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year.
Accepts payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identifies signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Uses Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Uses Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Uses Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintains school�s social media page.
Creates flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center � Interim Co-Director
Summerville, SC
02/2020 � 4/2020
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Ensured classrooms and schedules run smoothly.
Assisted teachers with child behavior, personal needs, quality of care.
Trained new employees.
Interviewed for new employees.
Ensured payroll is correct and complete on time each pay period.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Helped with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintained security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Planned special events for school to correlate with learning.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Evaluated teacher�s ability to complete job tasks and maintain quality of care.
Met with school board president and church staff regularly to share information about center.
Talked to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year.
Accepted payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center � Leadership Team Member
Summerville, SC
08/2019 � 02/2020
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Ensured classrooms and schedules run smoothly.
Assisted teachers with child behavior, personal needs, quality of care.
Trained new employees.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Assisted with maintenance of school equipment.
Maintained security and safety of school and everyone inside.
Member of Family Involvement Group- plan and implement fundraisers for school, promote parent involvement, plan teacher appreciation events and school workdays.
Talked to perspective parents, give tours, add to waiting list, register for new school year
Accepted payments for tuition, registration fees, extracurricular events.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office
St. Luke's Children Center - Lead Preschool Teacher
Summerville, SC
08/2012 � 08/2019
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develops strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Promoted physical, cognitive, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Completed 15 hours of DSS training hours online and in person courses each year
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Cleaned classroom equipment.
Prepared pre-class materials.
Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and report to parents.
Used Microsoft Word to document the learning of over 100 students.
Used Microsoft Excel to create documents to track students of the school.
Used Microsoft Movie Maker to create end of the year slideshows for parents.
Maintained school�s social media page.
Created flyers, pamphlets, and documents for entire school using Microsoft Office.
Cinemark - Box Office Cashier
Ladson, SC
06/2010 - 08/2012
Greeted customers in person and over the phone and determined the best approach to provide optimal service.
Printed tickets and ensured date, time and movie was correct.
Provided information about current and future events at facility.
Provided customer service by selling tickets and concessions, answering questions and completing refunds/exchanges when needed.
Occasionally worked concessions taking orders for drinks, popcorn, etc. Also, provided refunds when needed.
Attended monthly staff meetings.
Charleston Southern University-English Department Work Study
Charleston, SC
08/2008 - 05/2010
Greeted office visitors in person and over the phone and determined the best approach to provide optimal service when office manager was out.
Made copies, completed filing and organizing paperwork for office manager and various professors.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace.
South Carolina Aquarium- High School Intern in Education Department
Ladson, SC
05/2007 - 08/2007
Attended training classes to learn about animals, ocean science, career development and team-building skills.
Was 1 of 10 students chosen to continue as a paid summer intern.
Worked with marine educators and biologists throughout the summer.
Greeted visitors and determined the best approach to assist them to areas around the aquarium.
Fed and helped maintain living environments for various animals.
Provided information about current and future events at facility.
Provided customer service by answering questions and bringing various animals out on the floor for visitors to interact with and learn about.
Manned the touch tank where knowledge about South Carolina, animals and plants was shared with visitors.
Skills
Scheduling Employees
Payroll
Classroom management
Communication with parents/customers
Group and individual instruction
Critical thinking
Creative learning strategies
Time management
Customer/Client relations
Experience with special-needs students
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office, social media, and computers
Fast learner