Amy Powers-Whaley
Putney
Summary
Dynamic professional with a versatile background in early childhood education and nature-based learning. Recognized for strong empathy and collaboration skills, driving positive student outcomes and fostering trusting relationships in a supportive environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant & Toddler Early Childhood Educator
The Putney Place
Putney
08.2024 - Current
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers to thrive.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that promoted cognitive, physical, and social skills.
- Monitored infant and toddler progress through structured evaluations to ensure growth and cooperation.
- Developed hands-on, play-based strategies to enhance experiential learning experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behaviors, meals, and naps for each infant and toddler.
- Engaged with infants and toddlers individually to build trusting relationships, and support development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss infant and toddler progress and address any concerns.
- Supervised and trained assistant educators to cultivate a professional team atmosphere.
Forest Kindergarten Paraeducator
Academy School
Brattleboro
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Supported teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Enabled special needs students' daily tasks through one-on-one support.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance understanding and engagement.
- Monitored and reported student behavior to educators for timely intervention.
- Prepared educational materials and resources to aid classroom learning.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student development and concerns.
- Fostered focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Promoted independence among special needs students through tailored strategies.
Lead Nature-Based Early Childhood Educator
Elm Lea Childcare @ The Putney School
Putney
08.2012 - 08.2023
- Implemented daily activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Fostered safe, nurturing environments for exploration and learning.
- Organized classroom resources to enhance effective learning experiences.
- Collaborated with parents to support individual children's needs and track progress.
- Observed behaviors to assess developmental milestones and identify needs.
- Guided assistants in educational strategies and managed classroom operations.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to stimulate physical, social, and intellectual growth.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to adapt instructional strategies based on child development.
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Prior Learning in Early Childhood Education
Community College of Vermont
Brattleboro, VT06-2019
Post-Graduate Certificate - Nature-Based Early Childhood Education
Antioch University
Keene, NH01-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Introduction to Infant Mental Health
River Valley Community College
Keene, NH12-2015
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Elementary Education
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL09-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Seminole Community College
Oviedo, FL08-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Theology & ESOL
Columbia International University
Columbia06-1995
Skills
- Child development and social-emotional learning
- Team collaboration and faculty cooperation
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Curriculum design and development
- Play-based learning and sensory activities
- Adaptability and flexibility in teaching
- Behavioral observation and modeling
- Individualized support strategies
- Active listening and problem solving
- Classroom management techniques
- Creativity in educational approaches
- Parent-teacher communication and engagement
- Wellness promotion and motor skill development
- Critical thinking in education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Infant & Toddler Early Childhood Educator
The Putney Place
08.2024 - Current
Forest Kindergarten Paraeducator
Academy School
08.2023 - 07.2024
Lead Nature-Based Early Childhood Educator
Elm Lea Childcare @ The Putney School
08.2012 - 08.2023
Post-Degree Certificate - Prior Learning in Early Childhood Education
Community College of Vermont
Post-Graduate Certificate - Nature-Based Early Childhood Education
Antioch University
Some College (No Degree) - Introduction to Infant Mental Health
River Valley Community College
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Elementary Education
Northwest Florida State College
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Seminole Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Theology & ESOL
Columbia International University