Laura Schuessler
Jackson,MO
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Little Butterflies Daycare
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted and supervised 20+ children through entire school day.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
Customer Service Representative
Courtesy Cleaning Ctr
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Responded to customer requests for services and company information.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
- Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
Laboratory Technician
ManpowerGroup
08.2010 - 06.2022
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
Cashier
Food Giant
03.1999 - 02.2020
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05.2002
Skills
- Social skill building
- Behavior management
- Order coordination
- Calm demeanor
- Cash management
- Basic math
- Pupil supervision
- Social and academic development
- Early education
- Activities leadership
- Safety and supervision
- Social development
- Licensing guidelines
- Developmental milestones
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Little Butterflies Daycare
10.2024 - 11.2025
Customer Service Representative
Courtesy Cleaning Ctr
08.2022 - 06.2024
Laboratory Technician
ManpowerGroup
08.2010 - 06.2022
Cashier
Food Giant
03.1999 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Southeast Missouri State University