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Akira Sandidge

Amherst,Virginia

Summary

Dedicated Childcare Lead Teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Lead Teacher

Elizabeth Early Learning Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
  • Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs, ensuring their academic success.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected various subjects.
  • Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
  • Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating diverse materials and perspectives into the curriculum.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods as needed to improve performance.
  • Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.

Lead Daycare Teacher

Step By Step
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Improved student behavior by implementing positive reinforcement and clear expectations.
  • Developed age-appropriate curriculum that fostered cognitive, social, and emotional growth in two-year-old students.
  • Increased student engagement with hands-on learning activities and interactive play.
  • Implemented creative teaching techniques for diverse learners, adapting methods based on individual needs.
  • Promoted language development by introducing new vocabulary words during daily lessons and activities.
  • Supported students'' physical development through structured outdoor playtime focused on gross motor skills improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with state licensing requirements while maintaining high standards of educational quality.

Education

No Degree - Child Development

Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA
05.2026

Skills

  • CPR training
  • Classroom Organization
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Multitasking Abilities

Certification

  • MAT Training - 2023
  • Virginia Preservice Training For child care staff - 2017
  • Certified CPR, American Red Cross - 2023


Timeline

Childcare Lead Teacher

Elizabeth Early Learning Center
09.2022 - Current

Lead Daycare Teacher

Step By Step
08.2019 - 07.2020

No Degree - Child Development

Central Virginia Community College

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