Aimee Katterhagen
Union Grove,WI
Summary
Dynamic daycare teacher and owner at Total Learning Childcare, skilled in lesson planning and fostering social development. Successfully enhanced children's engagement through creative activities, while maintaining a safe environment. Known for strong parent communication and a supportive approach, ensuring each child's unique needs are met for optimal growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Teacher/Owner
Total Learning Childcare
Union Grove, WI
07.1997 - 08.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote children's cognitive and social development.
- Facilitated daily activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and cooperative play among children.
- Monitored children's progress and behavior, providing feedback to parents on developmental milestones.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
- Assisted in managing classroom supplies and resources to ensure an organized learning space.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual children's needs and learning styles for optimal engagement.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child progress, concerns, and daily activities.
- Supported the implementation of health and safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for children.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
- Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child''s unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with other staff members regarding any concerns or updates on individual students'' progress.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in daycare students through age-appropriate problem-solving exercises during circle time activities.
- Supported diverse learners by adapting teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Administered assessments for developmental milestones, identifying areas of growth or concern to address promptly.
- Contributed to improved program quality by participating in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Maintained open and effective communication with parents about their child's progress and areas for improvement.
- Implemented creative learning strategies, significantly increasing children's engagement with educational content.
- Improved classroom management by establishing clear rules and using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Conducted regular safety drills, ensuring children knew how to respond in emergency situations.
- Enhanced children's problem-solving skills through guided activities and open-ended questions.
- Strengthened children's early literacy and math skills through interactive lessons and games.
- Assisted children with special needs by providing tailored support and accommodations, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
- Strengthened team collaboration by sharing effective teaching practices and resources with colleagues.
- Encouraged children to express themselves creatively through art and music, enhancing their creative thinking skills.
- Facilitated culture of empathy and respect among children, teaching them value of kindness and understanding.
- Engaged children in environmental awareness activities, instilling sense of responsibility for nature.
- Promoted physical health and well-being of children by incorporating daily physical activities and teaching about healthy eating habits.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment for children, setting stage for positive learning experiences.
- Supported children's emotional development by providing comforting presence and listening to their concerns.
- Cultivated love for reading in children by organizing regular storytime sessions and discussions.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- 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.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and licensing requirements.
- Supervised staff, providing training and support to improve childcare practices and team performance.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents, addressing concerns and promoting engagement in children's education.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management, optimizing resource allocation for effective program delivery.
- Led marketing efforts to increase enrollment, utilizing social media and community outreach strategies effectively.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company facilities.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Education
Education
Carthage College
Kenosha, WISkills
Time management
Child safety
Cleaning and sanitation
Lesson planning
Strong work ethic
Health and safety
Customer service
Active listener
Problem-solving
Loves children
Friendly and likeable
CPR and first aid
Emotionally supportive
Approachable
Child care
Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
Parent-teacher communication
First aid training
Positive reinforcement
Infant care
Classroom management
Decision-making
Social development activities
Classroom organization
Play-based learning
Parent communication
Social skills development
Activity planning
Positive role model
Emergency procedures
Classroom instruction
Behavior modeling
Curriculum planning
Parental communication
Child development
Special-needs childcare
Efficient under pressure
Conflict resolution
Safety monitoring
Gentle discipline
Language skills
Age-appropriate activities
Arts, crafts, and games
Housekeeping
Nutrition
Cultural sensitivity
Child development expertise
Licensed childcare provider
Personal care activities
Behavior management techniques
Interpersonal and written communication
Meal preparation
Early childhood education
Schedule creation and maintenance
Recreational activities
Billing
Supply inventory
Tact and sensitivity
Storytelling and crafts
Multitasking and organization
Empathy and patience
Team collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Verbal communication
Group supervision
Group instruction
Certification
Infant and Toddler Certification
Childcare 1&2 (profession)
Mandated Reporter
CPR & First Aid
Online abusive head trauma training
Parents & Childcare
Stress & Daycare
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Making learning fun
Timeline
Daycare Teacher/Owner
Total Learning Childcare
07.1997 - 08.2026
Education
Carthage College