Alexa Smith
Granby,CT
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse Reggio Emilia inspired activity plans and learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering almost 7 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
2022.06 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child's progress.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant's developmental milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Cultivated an inclusive atmosphere within the classroom by addressing diverse cultural backgrounds through multicultural lesson plans and resources.
- Created sensory-rich learning experiences for infants, fostering curiosity and exploration in a controlled environment.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a cohesive curriculum that catered to the diverse needs of infants in the classroom.
- Fostered language development in infants by incorporating sign language instruction into daily interactions and teaching routines.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Overhauled the Infant and Toddler Programs to provide optimal play-based learning environments for young children.
- Mentored new teachers during their 90-day introductory period.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and classroom environments based on the Reggio Emilia inspired learning approach.
Infant/ Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons
2020.03 - 2022.05
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Server
Dakota Steakhouse
2018.12 - 2020.02
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons
2016.10 - 2018.12
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones and prepared detailed reports for parent-teacher conferences.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Leadership
Bay Path College
East Longmeadow, MA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
Canton, CT06.2011
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Motor Skills Development
- Play-Based Learning
- Student assessment
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Curriculum Design
- American Sign Language
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Program Leadership
Certification
- First Aid Certified
- AED & CPR Certified
- Infant/Toddler and Preschool Teacher Certification- Department of Early Childhood and Care- 2017
- Head Teacher Certification- Connecticut Office of Early Childhood- 2023
- Reggio Emilia Training
- Montessori Training
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
2022.06 - Current
Infant/ Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons
2020.03 - 2022.05
Server
Dakota Steakhouse
2018.12 - 2020.02
Toddler Teacher
Bright Horizons
2016.10 - 2018.12
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Leadership
Bay Path College
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
- First Aid Certified
- AED & CPR Certified
- Infant/Toddler and Preschool Teacher Certification- Department of Early Childhood and Care- 2017
- Head Teacher Certification- Connecticut Office of Early Childhood- 2023
- Reggio Emilia Training
- Montessori Training
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