Amanda Perry
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Responsible childcare professional experienced in guiding children and documenting learning and development. Background leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage growth. Offers current CPR and First Aid certifications paired with in-depth knowledge of children's emotional and social development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bus associate
Desmoines public school
DesMoines, IA
10.2024 - Current
- To keep kids safe while my bus driver can focus on the streets and not the kids
- Help keep the bus clean
- Make sure kids are staying seated
- Make sure we have the right kids and are getting off on the right stop
Childcare teacher, toddler, and school ag
Americas Children of Oakmoor
DesMoines, IA
04.2013 - 06.2023
- Facilitated engaging learning activities for young children in classroom settings.
- Supported children's social and emotional development through guided interactions.
- Prepared educational materials and resources for daily lessons and activities.
Sub associate
Des Moines Public Schools
DesMoines, IA
10.2009 - 03.2013
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources.
- Supported students
School age teacher toddler teacher
CDC child development Center
DesMoines, IA
11.2007 - 08.2009
- Assisted children in daily activities and classroom routines.
- Facilitated learning through engaging and interactive play-based activities.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive lesson plans for diverse learners.
Child care provider
YMCA Child Development Center
DesMoines, IA
08.2005 - 12.2007
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Organized educational games to promote learning and development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and needs.
Lunch and recess teacher and after school care
Downtown school Greentree
DesMoines, IA
10.2004 - 08.2005
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress using various evaluation methods and tools.
Education
East High Schools
DesMoines, IowaSkills
- Child supervision
- Safety awareness
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Bus associate
Desmoines public school
10.2024 - Current
Childcare teacher, toddler, and school ag
Americas Children of Oakmoor
04.2013 - 06.2023
Sub associate
Des Moines Public Schools
10.2009 - 03.2013
School age teacher toddler teacher
CDC child development Center
11.2007 - 08.2009
Child care provider
YMCA Child Development Center
08.2005 - 12.2007
Lunch and recess teacher and after school care
Downtown school Greentree
10.2004 - 08.2005
East High Schools