Deana Hatcher
Clarkton
Summary
Dedicated assistant teacher with strong skills in classroom management and lesson planning. Committed to fostering a safe learning environment and enhancing student engagement through effective support. Compassionate educator skilled in promoting child development and teamwork. Experienced in creating engaging lesson plans and supporting classroom dynamics, ready to leverage skills to enhance educational experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Childcare Network
Elizabethtown
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in planning engaging lesson activities for children.
- Supported classroom management, ensuring a safe learning environment for students.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to enhance educational experiences.
- Supervised children's playtime, promoting social skills and teamwork among peers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom spaces to foster learning readiness.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
Manager
Sonic DriveIn
Whiteville
05.2017 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service at fast-food drive-in.
- Trained and mentored team members on customer service best practices.
- Implemented quality control measures for food preparation and presentation.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance overall satisfaction.
- Scheduled staff shifts to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Enforced health and safety regulations in food handling and preparation areas.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
Whiteville
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
- Promoted store loyalty programs and upselling opportunities to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume sales periods effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout areas and supplies.
- Trained new cashiers on procedures and customer service standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Teaching
Southeastern Community College
Chadbourn, NC04-2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Safe learning environment
- Classroom support
- Training and mentoring
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
Certification
- ServSafe Manager Certification
- CPR Certification
- SIDS Certification
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Childcare Network
06.2025 - Current
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
05.2023 - 12.2024
Manager
Sonic DriveIn
05.2017 - 01.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
North Carolina A&T State University
Associate of Applied Science - Teaching
Southeastern Community College