Alexandra Schenk
Garden City,USA
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in child development and team leadership at Gretchen’s House. Demonstrated success in creating inclusive environments and implementing effective behavior management strategies. Proficient in documentation and recordkeeping, facilitating optimal growth for children and support for families. Certified in CPR and first aid, prioritizing safety and well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher
Gretchen’s House
03.2020 - Current
- Responsibilities include that of an I/T Teacher plus coaching team members, coordinating classroom systems, tracking ASQ’s and coordinating child support.
- Keeping track of team evaluations and setting up goals and follow up meetings.
- Maintain a friendly, inclusive, welcoming environment.
Infant & Toddler Teacher
Gretchen’s House
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Responsibilities include basic child care, daily Highscope curriculum teaching, planning daily group times with materials and music and movement.
- Coordinating care with parents and other teachers through multiple lines of communication.
- Use COR to take anecdotal notes to monitor growth and development of children.
Administrative Assistant
Massage Green of Livonia
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Responsibilities include scheduling, customer support, cleaning and office administration.
Stay at home Mom
Stay at home Mom to Special Needs Child
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Stay at home mom for multi-handicapped daughter, experience with tube feeding, ostomy care, seizure emergency protocol and severe asthma.
Dispatcher
Wayne Cab Company
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Responsibilities include customer support, money handling and providing clear and concise directions to drivers.
Second Assistant Manager
McDonald’s Inc
08.2007 - 07.2011
- Responsibilities included hiring, money handling, customer support and conflict resolution, scheduling, supply ordering, training and shift management.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ08.2014
Skills
- CPR and first aid certification
- Computer proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite expertise
- Zenoti software knowledge
- Kaymbu application experience
- Caregiving skills
- Behavior management
- Child development
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
References
Available upon request
Awards
HighScope Certification, 03/01/18, 03/01/24
Groups And Committees
- NAEYC Member
- Infant/Toddler Playground/Nature Explorer Committee
- Social Committee
- Connected Program
Timeline
Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher
Gretchen’s House
03.2020 - Current
Infant & Toddler Teacher
Gretchen’s House
10.2016 - 03.2020
Administrative Assistant
Massage Green of Livonia
06.2016 - 09.2016
Stay at home Mom
Stay at home Mom to Special Needs Child
06.2012 - 06.2016
Dispatcher
Wayne Cab Company
08.2011 - 06.2012
Second Assistant Manager
McDonald’s Inc
08.2007 - 07.2011
Associate of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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