Rebecca Hardin (they/she)
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Early childhood educator passionate about diverse, equitable, and inclusive teaching. Knowledgeable about child development across all domains and able use that knowledge to bring active, multi-modal lessons to the classroom in developmentally appropriate ways. Experience working with children from infancy through early elementary grades in a multitude of settings, including Therapeutic, Private Montessori, Nature-Based, and Public Elementary. Flexible, hard-working, and compassionate about doing the work needed to give all students regardless of background or learning style the best education possible.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Toddler Guide, Assistant Float Guide
Miniapple International Montessori Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Led and supervised infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children daily in ratios of 1:4, 1:7, and 1:10 respectively (Overall age range: 5 weeks - 6 years).
- Individually encouraged children to develop and retain academic, social, and self-care skills while maintaining a focus on the entire group.
- Established positive relationships with students and families through clear, concise communication.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Planned and led daily classroom activities, allocated staff duties, maintained health & safety practices consistent with state licensing regulations, and trained new staff.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Nanny
Taneja Family
11.2020 - 06.2021
- 2 Children: Infant (Birth-9mo), Toddler (2yo-3yo)
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities across developmental domains (language, social, emotional, motor, creative).
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Developmental Trainee (I-IV)
Fraser
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training in a 1:1 ratio to reduce problem behavior in children with autism.
- Exercised confidentiality to protect client diagnosis and treatment in compliance with HIPAA standards and regulations.
- Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to facilitate therapeutic treatment.
- Handled clients safely and appropriately to minimize risk of physical injury.
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care.
Overnight Counselor- Camp Royall
Autism Society Of North Carolina
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Assumed responsibility for and supervised 1 to 3 campers each week. (Age: 4-69)
- Supported and assisted in aspects of development (social, emotional, motor, creative, self-care) using developmentally appropriate strategies.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2018
Skills
Behavior & Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Assessment Strategies
Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Developmentally Appropriate Practice (Birth-8yo)
Curriculum Experience: Bridges Mathematics
Responsive Classroom
Student/Faculty/Family Communication
Policy Collaboration
First Aid
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Timeline
Nanny
Taneja Family
11.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Toddler Guide, Assistant Float Guide
Miniapple International Montessori Schools
08.2018 - Current
Overnight Counselor- Camp Royall
Autism Society Of North Carolina
05.2017 - 08.2017
Developmental Trainee (I-IV)
Fraser
02.2016 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
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