Brandi Calvert
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated childcare provider with over fifteen years of experience nurturing children across diverse ages and developmental stages. Expertise in recognizing and addressing the unique needs of each child while fostering a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. Proven ability to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through tailored activities, positive guidance, and effective communication with families and caregivers. Renowned for patience, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to supporting the growth and well-being of every child.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Schriever Space Force Base
04.2024 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods based on each child''s unique learning style, maximizing engagement and understanding.
- Designed and maintained a classroom setting conducive to effective learning and emotional well-being of children while fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- Monitored participant progress and provided feedback to ensure individual needs were met.
- Managed comprehensive records for every child in attendance to ensure accurate tracking of information.
- Executed protocols to ensure prevention, treatment, and reporting of all child injuries, illnesses, and abuse.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by providing timely feedback on their child's progress while addressing any concerns promptly.
- Facilitated engaging and respectful interactions among staff and children, promoting adherence to behavioral standards.
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Fort Carson Girl Scout
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Prepare troop schedules, plan and facilitate regular troop meetings, and connect with the community
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and made recommendations for improvement.
- Trained new staff on program protocols and effective child engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with local organizations to expand resources and opportunities for youth development.
Child and Youth Program Assistant Toddler room
Child and Youth Service
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports learning and care.
- Organized and facilitated age-appropriate daily activities to enhance learning and social interaction for children 13 to 23 months.
- Documented daily observations and assessments of each child to support developmental tracking and intervention strategies.
- Engaged with parents consistently to provide updates on children's development and daily experiences.
- Executed protocols to ensure prevention, treatment, and reporting of child injuries, illnesses, and suspected abuse.
- Executed preparation of annual licensing documentation and conducted inspections.
- Managed individual documentation and files for each child, facilitating effective tracking of attendance and progress..
- Applied best practices in quality care to enhance service standards for children and families.
Early Learning Readiness Facilitator
Armed Services YMCA
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented early childhood curriculum to foster inclusive learning environments for diverse backgrounds.
- Designed interactive spaces and activities to enhance holistic development across cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and language domains.
- Arranged materials to enhance the learning environment, ensuring safety and visual appeal for optimal educational experiences.
- Coordinated setup and upkeep of outdoor activity zones and materials to facilitate engaging experiences for children with unique needs.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance of enrollment health and attendance records to support student engagement.
Pre-School teacher
Armed Services YMCA
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Created and executed strategies to promote a supportive learning atmosphere, enhancing social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through age-appropriate activities.
- Gathered and arranged necessary resources, enhancing readiness for each pre-school session.
- Conducted sessions with parents, caregivers, and children, exemplifying appropriate behavior to promote a supportive environment.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance of enrollment health and attendance records to support student engagement.
Education Outreach Coordinator
Malama Na Honu
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Facilitated educational programs in schools to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Facilitated public outreach education by efficiently managing setup and takedown processes across multiple locations.
- Coordinated a variety of educational programs aimed at fostering development and creativity among children of different ages.
- Executed thorough cleaning and organization of equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Managed data collection and maintenance processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Engaged with individuals across various ages and cultures to foster inclusive communication.
In-home Child-Care
Family Child Care
12.2011 - 04.2016
- Created a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. Experienced in promoting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activities
- Implimented structured activities to encourage skill enhancement through regular child interactions.
- Developed and executed daily menus featuring healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks.
- Coordinated and structured daily activities to enhance developmental engagement for children from infancy to 12 years.
- Managed medication administration in accordance with established protocols.
- Coordinated home visits with parents to create personalized activity plans that enhance child development.
- Managed collection of payments from parents to support operational funding.
- Compiled and submitted monthly subsidy and USDA reports.
- Documented daily observations and assessments of each child to support developmental tracking and intervention strategies.
- Developed and organized annual licensing documentation to ensure compliance and facilitate inspections.
- Executed daily cleaning and restocking of supplies to ensure operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that support children’s learning and development.
- Follow established procedures for preventing, treating, and reporting child injuries, illnesses, and suspected abuse.
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports learning and care.
- Maintain individual files and documentation for each child attending the center.
- Demonstrate age-appropriate staff–child interactions and set clear expectations for positive behavior.
- Apply quality care techniques to provide consistent, high-quality service for children and families.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Pueblo Community College
05-2024
Associates of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Texas College
12-2022
Skills
- Skilled in developmentally appropriate education
- Developing and implementing engaging lesson plans
- Classroom management expertise
- Social and emotional support
- First aid and CPR certified for all ages
- Reliable, punctual, and highly organized with strong multitasking abilities
Certification
Colorado Shines PDIS - Level 4
Timeline
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Schriever Space Force Base
04.2024 - Current
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Fort Carson Girl Scout
12.2022 - 04.2024
Child and Youth Program Assistant Toddler room
Child and Youth Service
04.2020 - 10.2021
Early Learning Readiness Facilitator
Armed Services YMCA
01.2019 - 07.2019
Pre-School teacher
Armed Services YMCA
01.2019 - 07.2019
Education Outreach Coordinator
Malama Na Honu
06.2016 - 07.2019
In-home Child-Care
Family Child Care
12.2011 - 04.2016
Associates of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Texas College
Associates of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Pueblo Community College