Amanda Carney
Lebanon,TN
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Grow U
Hermitage, TN
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Assistant Director
Learning Zone
Murfreesboro, TN
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Partnered with educators to instruct and mentor students with developmental and physical disabilities.
Education
GED -
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Patience and Empathy
- Special Needs Support
- Health and safety
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant - Grow U
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Director - Learning Zone
05.2019 - 10.2022
Stratford High School - GED ,