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DIANA MILLER

KINGSTON,N.Y.

Summary

Compassionate caregiver offering twenty-three years of experience working with children in various educational settings. Believes in providing a safe, nurturing environment for learning to flourish and children to thrive. Provides optimal support by building powerful relationships within the classroom community.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infant / Toddler Caregiver

Private Residence
12.2023 - Current
  • Provided consistent care for an infant/toddler from one family, with weekly inclusion of friends of the same age.
  • Cultivated a respectful and trusting bond with families.
  • Embodied a nurturing and responsive presence, providing a safe space of exploration.
  • Created routines to maintain a daily rhythm and ease transitions.
  • Implemented sensory activities that promoted cognitive, physical and emotional development.
  • Assisted with light housework, meal preparation and transportation to extracurriculars.
  • Fostered a sense of community by engaging in local play groups and frequenting neighborhood spaces.

Lead Teacher

W.E. Cooperative
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Organized classroom with flexibility to accommodate the individual needs of the children, aiming to minimize distractions and maintain balanced energy levels when needed.
  • Created weekly lesson plans for 6-15 students, aged 6 to 13, to aid each student's development and growth.
  • Cultivated and modeled respectful relationships with students and staff to facilitate an optimal learning environment.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success.
  • Orchestrated field trips and celebrations with families to foster inclusivity of our diverse cultures and community.
  • Curated a school schedule and managed tuition for my class.

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Co-Teacher

Hillside Nursery
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Created a safe, empathetic and nurturing environment that fostered the social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth of young learners.
  • Developed long lasting and meaningful relationships with the children and their families.
  • Collaborated and observed with co-teachers to fabricate a developmentally appropriate and stimulating environment for all children, ages 12-36 months.
  • Structured the day with a daily rhythm that allowed for predictability and seamless transitions.
  • Observed and initiated play based and child led activities, encouraging autonomy and curiosity.
  • Bi-annually assessed students' progress with co-teachers and conferred with parents to discuss child's strengths and needs.
  • Prepared nutritious snacks and shared meals with children to encourage healthy eating and meal time decorum.
  • Led field trips to local parks and places, ensuring children had ample time outside.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly classroom, while adhering to the OCFS standards.

Lead Teacher

Wee Play Children's Center
06.2012 - 05.2015
  • Provided a safe, clean and supportive environment that adhered to OCFS standards.
  • Designed developmentally appropriate classrooms to stimulate physical, social and cognitive growth.
  • Modeled and encouraged respectful behavior, empathy and communication skills for students.
  • Created and implemented engaging theme based lesson plans for toddler and preschool rooms.
  • Established secure attachments with infants in the nursery, ensuring all needs were promptly met.
  • Supported language development in young learners through consistent songs, stories and conversation.
  • Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
  • Built positive relationships with parents, engaging in daily conversation and written weekly updates.

Respite Worker

AIM Services, Inc.
12.2017 - 10.2019
  • Improved client well-being by providing consistent and compassionate care during respite periods.
  • Developed strong rapport with client and their family, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Ensured that daily needs were met, including meal preparation and medicine administering.
  • Planned appropriate and engaging recreational, developmental and entertainment activities.
  • Provided emotional support for client and their family, helping them cope with the challenges of disability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Co-major in Psychology

The City College of New York
New York, NY
01.2009

Skills

  • Dependable
  • Intentional
  • Cooperative
  • Detail Oriented and Organized
  • Strong desire to learn

Certification

CPR/First Aid Certified

Timeline

Infant / Toddler Caregiver

Private Residence
12.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

W.E. Cooperative
10.2021 - 06.2022

Respite Worker

AIM Services, Inc.
12.2017 - 10.2019

Co-Teacher

Hillside Nursery
05.2015 - 05.2017

Lead Teacher

Wee Play Children's Center
06.2012 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Co-major in Psychology

The City College of New York
DIANA MILLER