Andrea Davids
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Dedicated Childcare Teacher from New Beginnings Unity Academy, excelling in child development and curriculum planning. Leveraged creative arts to enhance student learning, significantly boosting engagement. Known for exceptional parent-teacher communication and empathy, fostering strong community ties. Achieved notable improvements in literacy and social-emotional skills, mentoring new educators to adopt effective teaching strategies.
Proactive and caring worker with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Teacher
New Beginnings Unity Academy
03.2009 - 12.2024
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
- Evaluated student performance through formative assessments, allowing for timely feedback and targeted interventions as needed.
- Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring academic success for all learners.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Improved literacy skills among students by incorporating engaging reading materials and targeted writing exercises.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, helping students make connections between coursework and everyday life situations.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve instruction in the classroom.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs, ensuring their academic success.
- Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating diverse materials and perspectives into the curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
Department of Children And Family Training
OnlineHigh School Diploma -
Boyd Anderson
Lauderdale Lakes, FL06-2008
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development
- Classroom organization
- Special needs support
- Conflict mediation
- Observation and assessment
- Curriculum planning
- Creative arts integration
- Patience and empathy
- First aid and CPR
- Social-emotional learning
- Friendly and likeable
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Approachable
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Active listener
- Efficient under pressure
- Supply management
- Decision-making
Certification
- Infant/Toddler Care Credential – Zero to Three or other recognized institutions.
- Preschool Curriculum & Assessment Credential– Offered by professional development organizations focusing on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- SocialEmotional Learning (SEL) Training Certification– Various providers focusing on emotional intelligence and social skills training for young learners.
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
New Beginnings Unity Academy
03.2009 - 12.2024
Early Childhood Care And Education
Department of Children And Family Training
High School Diploma -
Boyd Anderson