Brandy Oskin
Butler,PA
Summary
Lead Infant Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in early childhood education, infant CPR and first aid, and developmental milestone tracking. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring thriving learning environments for infants.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Supervisor
YMCA Child Development Center
Butler, PA
10.2016 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to engage infants in activities such as singing, reading stories, and playing games.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment to ensure the physical, emotional, cognitive and social development of each infant.
- Observed infants' behavior and documented progress on daily basis.
- Supervised assistants or aides who provided direct care for infants.
- Ensured that all safety standards were met at all times.
- Maintained records of attendance, meals served and medications administered.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing them with updates about their children's development through verbal communication or written reports.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan special events such as field trips or holiday parties.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss best practices for working with infants and toddlers.
- Organized learning materials and resources within the classroom setting to promote creative play experiences for infants.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise during class time.
- Encouraged language development by engaging infants in conversations throughout the day.
- Supported the physical activity needs of each infant by facilitating outdoor activities such as walks or playground visits.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including cleaning toys and surfaces after use.
- Maintained accurate records of students' developmental milestones according to state regulations.
- Provided guidance for teaching assistants on how best to meet the needs of individual children.
- Maintained infants' schedules with balanced approach managing rest and play.
- Updated each child's log with important activities and discussed data with parents.
- Upheld hygiene standards by changing babies' diapers every 2 hours.
- Kept adequate supplies on hand to meet each baby's needs and worked with parents to restock items.
- Offered children as young as 6 weeks opportunities to learn with age-appropriate activities.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Childcare Provider
Cabot United Methodist Church
Cabot, PA
12.2012 - 03.2020
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
- Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems and reported to parents
- Led reading and arts and crafts lessons
- Taught an average of 8 students per class
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes and color recognition
- Planned and led activities to develop children’s knowledge of the bible
Education
High School Diploma -
Knoch High School
Saxonburg, PA06-1995
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Storytelling
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Special Education Knowledge
- Systematic Organization
- Calm demeanor
- Collaborative Approach
- Record-Keeping
- Public Speaking
- Active Community Volunteer
Certification
Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid and AED Certified
Soccer Coaching Certification
Grass Roots Soccer Referee Certification
Timeline
Group Supervisor
YMCA Child Development Center
10.2016 - 03.2022
Childcare Provider
Cabot United Methodist Church
12.2012 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Knoch High School
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