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Amber Russell-Logue

Chico,CA

Summary

Kindhearted Lead infant teacher with 2 years of educational experience. 4 years work experience and over 20 years with customer service work experience. Expert in closely monitoring student safety while providing fun, academic and inclusive environments. Dedicated to effective budgeting and scheduling with extensive training in promoting developmental milestones.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Infant Teacher

Little Discoveries
Chico, CA
08.2023 - Current
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their children's behavior and overall well-being.
  • Assisted in transitioning new students into the classroom setting by creating individual plans based on their unique needs.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons that would engage all ages of children in the classroom setting.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Participated in parent meetings to discuss progress reports and any issues concerning their children's development.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
  • Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing environment in which children could learn and grow.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Provided comfort and support during times of distress or illness when necessary.
  • Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.

Lead Teacher

Acorns To Oaks Preschool
Chico, CA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between students, families, and staff members.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
  • Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Participated in parent meetings to discuss progress reports and any issues concerning their children's development.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
  • Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing environment in which children could learn and grow.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Provided comfort and support during times of distress or illness when necessary.

Teacher's Assistant

Chico Christian Preschool
Chico, CA
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
  • Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
  • Supervised children during lunchtime and snack time.
  • Developed activities to stimulate development in the areas of language, cognitive, and motor skills.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Supported teachers in implementing curriculum objectives according to state standards.
  • Ensured that infants had adequate rest throughout the day by following established nap schedules.
  • Assisted with feeding and diaper changes for infants.
  • Monitored the health of each infant enrolled in the program by administering first aid if necessary.
  • Provided a safe environment for children by enforcing safety rules and regulations.
  • Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clovis Adult Education
Clovis, CA
06-2016

Some College (No Degree) - Child Development

Butte County Regional Occupational Program
Chico, CA

Skills

  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Activity Planning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Approachable
  • Preschool Educator
  • Positive Role Model
  • Child Development
  • Decision-Making
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Staff Meeting Oversight
  • Time Management
  • Classroom Management
  • Excel Proficiency
  • Punctual
  • Customer Service
  • Reliable
  • Issues resolution
  • Rules and regulations
  • Project Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Infant Teacher

Little Discoveries
08.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Acorns To Oaks Preschool
06.2023 - 08.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Chico Christian Preschool
08.2021 - 06.2023

High School Diploma -

Clovis Adult Education

Some College (No Degree) - Child Development

Butte County Regional Occupational Program

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