Angie Amoruso
Palm City
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with proven skills in classroom management, communication, and lesson planning. Committed to fostering positive relationships with students and parents, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
YMCA
Stuart
08.2002 - 05.2005
- Created engaging lesson plans to stimulate children's creativity and learning.
- Managed classroom activities to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and updates.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to promote positive interactions among children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance program quality and educational outcomes.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children's understanding of others and good manners through targeted social development activities.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Provided individual attention to each student during class time.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Identified children needing support for emotional, health, or developmental concerns and developed tailored improvement strategies.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Integrated multicultural themes into lesson plans to promote respect for diversity among students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.o
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
Stuart
08.2000 - 07.2002
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment at all times.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's behavior and activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the Child Watch area daily.
- Greeted children and parents upon arrival at the Child Watch facility.
- Offered emotional support to both children and parents during stressful situations.
- Adhered strictly to all policies set forth by state licensing boards governing childcare facilities.
- Ensured that each child was properly signed out by an authorized parent or guardian.
- Assisted parents in completing necessary paperwork prior to their child's admittance.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding any issues or concerns related to child care services provided.
- Helped enforce disciplinary policies when necessary, addressing any behavioral issues promptly.
- Observed children's behavior closely in order to ensure safety and well-being of each individual child under watchful care.
- Reported any incidents involving injury or illness immediately according to established protocols.
- Maintained constant supervision of all children in the facility, ensuring safety at all times.
- Organized age-appropriate activities and crafts to keep children engaged while in the facility.
- Performed regular cleaning duties including wiping down tables and chairs, sanitizing toys, and sweeping floors.
- Continually monitored equipment within the facility for potential hazards or broken items needing repair.
- Educated parents on the rules and regulations of the Child Watch program.
- Instructed older children on proper hygiene practices such as hand washing before meals and after using the restroom.
- Provided a safe and enjoyable environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children of various ages.
Extended Day Counselor
Palm City Elementary
Palm City
08.2000 - 07.2002
- Supervised children during after-school activities and ensured safety.
- Organized and led recreational games and educational activities for students.
- Assisted with homework help and provided academic support to students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student behavior and progress.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging program schedules and activities.
- Ensured clean and organized environment in extended day program to promote safety and well-being.0
- Maintained a clean and organized environment in the extended day program area.
- Demonstrated strong conflict resolution skills among children during group interactions.
- Monitored attendance and reported any concerns to the site coordinator.
- Encouraged positive relationships among peers by leading group discussions on topics such as conflict resolution, problem solving, decision making skills.
- Provided emotional support for students dealing with personal issues or family problems.
- Ensured safety and security of all students during extended day hours.
- Created engaging activities designed to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to educational best practices for working with youth from diverse backgrounds.
- Organized materials needed for daily lessons and activities including field trips, special events, and club meetings.
- Assisted with planning and implementing a variety of activities and programs to meet the needs of students.
- Monitored student behavior, providing guidance and discipline when necessary.
- Provided ongoing support for students in the extended day program.
- Created a secure play environment to promote safe interactions among children.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Facilitated children's emotional and social development by encouraging empathy and positive self-concepts.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children of various ages.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
Stuart
08.2000 - 07.2002
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment at all times.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate games and educational activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's behavior and activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the Child Watch area daily.
- Monitored children's interactions to promote positive social skills and teamwork.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service quality and child engagement.
- Greeted children and parents upon arrival at the Child Watch facility.
- Offered emotional support to both children and parents during stressful situations.
- Adhered strictly to all policies set forth by state licensing boards governing childcare facilities.
- Ensured that each child was properly signed out by an authorized parent or guardian.
- Assisted parents in completing necessary paperwork prior to their child's admittance.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding any issues or concerns related to child care services provided.
- Helped enforce disciplinary policies when necessary, addressing any behavioral issues promptly.
- Conducted daily health checks including temperature readings for sick children returning from home.
- Observed children's behavior closely in order to ensure safety and well-being of each individual child under watchful care.They
- Reported any incidents involving injury or illness immediately according to established protocols.
- Maintained constant supervision of all children in the facility, ensuring safety at all times.
- Organized age-appropriate activities and crafts to keep children engaged while in the facility.
- Performed regular cleaning duties including wiping down tables and chairs, sanitizing toys, and sweeping floors.
- Assisted with meal preparation for younger children as needed.
- Promoted positive social interactions among peers through recreational activities like group games.
- Continually monitored equipment within the facility for potential hazards or broken items needing repair.
- Educated parents on the rules and regulations of the Child Watch program.
- Instructed older children on proper hygiene practices such as hand washing before meals and after using the restroom.
- Provided a safe and enjoyable environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.0
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.0
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.0
- Engaged with parents daily to provide updates on children's activities, behaviors, and any concerns.
- Facilitated development of social, communication, and problem-solving skills in children through targeted activities.0
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Kept detailed daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps to ensure continuity of care and communication.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.9
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.9
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Provided personal care by dressing children and changing diapers to ensure their needs were met.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children of various ages.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
Education
CDA - Child Development
IRSC
Stuart, FL01-2005
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavioral intervention
- Educational assessment
- Parent communication
Affiliations
- Child care for Life Quest Church Stuart Fl
- YMCA summer camp 5 and 6 year olds
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
YMCA
08.2002 - 05.2005
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
08.2000 - 07.2002
Extended Day Counselor
Palm City Elementary
08.2000 - 07.2002
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
08.2000 - 07.2002
CDA - Child Development
IRSC