Andrea White
Village Montessori School
Oklahoma City,OK
9
years of professional experience
Dynamic educator with proven success at Village Montessori School, adept at fostering student engagement and implementing creative lesson plans. Skilled in classroom management and relationship building, I effectively motivate diverse learners while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Committed to enhancing child development through tailored instruction and collaborative communication with parents.
Work History
Teacher
4 Years 3 Months- Prepared Montessori classroom spaces with age-appropriate materials to support independent learning.
- Guided individual lessons using Montessori curriculum and child-centered teaching methods.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet developmental needs.
- Watched children indoors and outdoors to help prevent accidents.
- Maintained safe child-to-adult supervision levels at all times to meet ratio requirements.
- Assisted children with handwashing, diaper changes, and potty training.
- Led age-appropriate learning activities, including storytelling, music, arts, and crafts.
- Supported social interaction, sharing, and problem-solving through group and independent play.
- Provided first aid for minor injuries and gave CPR or first aid when needed with valid certification.
Child Watch Staff Member
2 Years 1 Month- Helped supervise children in child watch area, maintaining safe, engaging environment aligned with YMCA policies.
- Checked children in and out, verifying pickup authorization and attendance records.
- Monitored play sessions, redirected behavior, and resolved minor conflicts with calm guidance.
- Cleaned toys, surfaces, and equipment to support sanitary childcare space.
- Shared parent updates on child needs, concerns, and daily observations in clear, professional manner.
- Assisted new staff by reinforcing safety expectations, routines, and child supervision standards.
- Set up age-appropriate activities that supported participation, engagement, and positive social interaction.
- Received positive feedback from parents about child experience at facility because of attentive care.
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs or extra attention, supporting inclusive environment.
- Adjusted activity plans based on individual interests and needs while keeping group balance intact.
- Used calming approaches to support upset or distressed children based on individual needs.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in play area by regularly sanitizing toys, surfaces, and equipment per guidelines.
- Supported welcoming environment for children, parents, and staff through clear communication and collaboration.
Caregiver for Elderly
4 Years 5 Months- Helped clients with personal care, mobility support, and daily living activities.
- Watched client wellbeing and reported changes quickly to supervisors and family members.
- Prepared meals, kept living spaces clean, and supported safe home routines.
- Recorded client observations accurately to support continuity of care and communication.
- Adjusted routines to meet changing client needs and priorities.
- Helped clients with activities of daily living to support independence and quality of life.
- Supported client daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong client relationships to provide emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in conversation, social interaction, and activities while providing personal care assistance.
- Improved patient comfort through compassionate, attentive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Helped with feeding and monitored intake to support nutritional goals.
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members during challenging times and built trust.
- Supported clients with mental and physical activities to maintain quality of life and daily
- Used fall prevention steps at home by identifying hazards and obstacles that created safety risks.
- Assisted with rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals to support mobility and function.
- Supported hygiene needs by helping with bathing, dressing, dental care, and grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets, and made beds to keep bedrooms clean.
Education
Child Development
AHA Heartsaver Pediatric, 1st Aid, CPR, AED
GED
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Classroom instruction
Child development
Curriculum implementation
Group and individual instruction
Community involvement
Alternative learning methods
Serving diverse communities
Empathy and patience
Verbal and written communication
Creative lesson planning
Excellent classroom management
Timeline
Teacher
Village Montessori School
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
10.2020 - 11.2022Read More
Caregiver for Elderly
Sunbeam Family Services
01.2018 - 06.2022Read More
CECPD
Child Development
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OKC CPR Safety
AHA Heartsaver Pediatric, 1st Aid, CPR, AED
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OIC Of Oklahoma
GED
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