Amber Browning
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Lead Infant Teacher with a robust background in child development and effective classroom management. Creates engaging, sensory-rich learning experiences that promote curiosity and exploration, while utilizing innovative strategies to enhance language skills and emotional growth. Strong advocate for parent communication and individualized support for each child.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
A State CDRC
Jonesboro, AR
08.2019 - 05.2026
- Promoted social, emotional, and communication skills development in infants.
- Supported emotional growth in infants by providing consistent care and encouragement.
- Enhanced communication skills in infants through storytelling and song sessions.
- Incorporated sign language instruction into daily routines to foster language development.
- Created sensory-rich learning experiences to encourage curiosity and exploration.
- Monitored children to identify those needing additional support, developing tailored strategies.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in classroom and feeding areas.
One Year Old Room Teacher Assistant
St. Mark's Day School
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Promoted toddler development by implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities and safe playtime.
- Ensured children's safety at all times by closely supervising indoor and outdoor activities, adhering to licensing regulations.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication and a supportive learning environment.
- Used creative storytelling to spark curiosity and enhance language development among toddlers during circle time.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Read age-appropriate stories and facilitated interactive play sessions to engage toddlers.
- Sanitized dishes, high chairs, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Private Nanny
Self-employed
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and organized living environment.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Bathed, dressed, and performed all daily hygiene routines.
- Used medical knowledge to care for twins who came home on oxygen and apnea machines.
- Kept detailed notes and charts on feedings and naps for the twins.
- Collaborated with therapists to create comprehensive care plans tailored for each child. with speech, occupational and physical therapists.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, ARSkills
- Child development
- Language development
- Sensory integration
- Effective classroom management
- Parent communication
- Creative expression
- Developmentally appropriate practices
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a work colleague to create and present a training course called "An Invitation to Art: Indoors or Outdoors" for the Early Childhood Conference
- Researched and created an information booth on Individualized Lesson Plans for Infants and presented at The Infant and Toddler Extravaganza the past two years
- Participated in the planning of 2025 Arkansas Children's Week and my name is in the workbook as an ambassador
- Chosen as a model teacher for training videos that are shown in on-line trainings across the state
Certification
- Child Development Associate (Infant Toddler)
- CPR certified
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
A State CDRC
08.2019 - 05.2026
One Year Old Room Teacher Assistant
St. Mark's Day School
06.2017 - 01.2019
Private Nanny
Self-employed
09.2016 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Respiratory Care
Black River Technical College