Bethany Pompa-Smith
Fort Drum,NY
Summary
Creative Daycare Worker with 5 years of hands-on experience supervising children in safe, educational learning environment. Communicative and punctual individual versed in organizing fun activities, preparing nutritious meals, and developing routines and schedules. Compassionate team player commended for excellent patience and strong sense of responsibility.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Child and Youth Developmental Service
Fort Drum, NY
06.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment that was conducive to learning.
- Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
- Monitored the safety of children at all times while they were playing or engaging in activities.
- Read books aloud to groups of children or individually as requested by Lead Teacher.
- Worked closely with colleagues to create an inviting atmosphere where every child felt welcome, safe, respected and valued.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, incident reports, assessments as required by state regulations.
- Assisted with potty training when needed.
- Encouraged positive interactions between students through group projects and activities.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during class activities.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by keeping them informed about their child's progress and any behavioral issues that may arise.
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Helped with mealtime preparation, clean up and serving meals to the children.
- Supervised playgrounds and other recreational areas to ensure safety of the children at all times.
- Collaborated with Lead Teacher in developing lesson plans that incorporated various teaching methods such as storytelling, music, art, and field trips.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to discuss new strategies for providing quality childcare services.
- Enforced rules concerning conduct within the classroom setting while maintaining a positive attitude towards the students.
- Conducted regular assessments of each child's development progress and shared results with parents.
- Provided individual attention to each student by addressing their needs promptly and positively reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Participated in parent conferences regarding student progress or behavior issues.
Childcare Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
Franklin, WI
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Supervised and cared for children ages 6. month to 5 years.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing age appropriate activities to encourage learning.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- 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.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits involving eating, resting and hygiene habits.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as tidying up toys after playtime is over.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance and other related information.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Encouraged self-expression through various art forms such as music, painting, drawing.
- Supervised naptime routines and ensured proper sleep habits were maintained.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
San Antonio, TX06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NYSkills
- Classroom Organization
- Curriculum Implementation
- Parent Communication
- Special Needs Experience
- Activity Planning
- Lesson Planning
- Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Curricula
- Decision-Making
- First Aid and CPR Certified
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Child and Youth Developmental Service
06.2021 - Current
Childcare Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2019 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Jefferson Community College
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