Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
References
Timeline
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Amya Kates

Amya Kates

Bloomington,IN

Summary

Motivated and energetic to apply early childhood education principles in preschool setting. Dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity. Certified in First Aid and CPR.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Huffer Memorial Children's Center
Muncie, IN
06.2023 - Current
  • Worked closely with colleagues to create an inviting atmosphere where every child felt welcome, safe, respected and valued.
  • Helped with mealtime preparation, clean up and serving meals to the children.
  • Enforced rules concerning conduct within the classroom setting while maintaining a positive attitude towards the students.
  • Assisted with potty training when needed.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
  • Attended staff meetings regularly to discuss new strategies for providing quality childcare services.

Retail Sales Associate

TJX
Muncie, IN
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Assisted customers upon arrival, ensuring they found the appropriate items for their needs.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
  • Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Education

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Muncie
06-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Psychology

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

Skills

  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Toilet training
  • Parent Communication
  • Child development knowledge
  • Special needs experience
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Meal Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Activity Planning
  • First aid and CPR certified

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid Certification

Affiliations

  • Short Story Writing
  • Runner

Accomplishments

  • Class Officer
  • Top 5 of my class
  • Student Advisory Board
  • Creator of City Council Resolution

Languages

Japanese
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Huffer Memorial Children's Center
06.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

TJX
06.2021 - 06.2023

Associate of Arts - General Education

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Psychology

Indiana University Bloomington
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
Amya Kates