Hi, I’m
Carolyn Collins
Charleston,SC
Summary
Experienced with nurturing and developing children in supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster positive and engaging atmosphere.
Professional caregiver with strong track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at supporting developmental milestones and creating engaging, educational activities. Known for effective collaboration with parents and adapting to meet changing needs. Reliable, patient, and skilled in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring optimal care and well-being.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Self employed
Private nanny
10.2020 - Current
Job overview
- I have worked with multiple families managing a smooth and effective nanny share where I take care of the daily needs of multiple children.
Miss Carol's Childcare
Owner/Teacher
06.2017 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Instructed early childhood age group from infants to school aged.
- Promoted effective communication to enhance understanding between parents and children.
- Designed and delivered engaging instructional materials.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with multiple families.
- Designed daily plans that accommodated individual needs and fostered strong connections.
- Planned field trips, creative activities, and developmental play time
Low Country Children's Co-op
Early Childhood Development Teacher
10.2015 - 04.2017
Job overview
- I worked with every age group from infant to preschool age
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-life examples in lessons.
- Established strong relationships with families, leading to increased trust and collaboration in supporting each child''s growth and development.
- Contributed to school improvement initiatives by participating in professional development workshops related to early childhood education trends and research.
- Prepared students for successful transitions into kindergarten by focusing on key academic readiness skills during daily instruction routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication regarding student progress and upcoming events.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing insights on effective classroom management strategies for success.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by fostering respect, empathy, and collaboration among students.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression through various art projects, music activities, and dramatic play experiences.
Live Oak Little School
Early Childhood Development Teacher
01.2015 - 08.2015
Job overview
- I worked with every she group from infants to preschool aged.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, resulting in a more conducive learning environment for all students.
- Improved curriculum alignment by collaborating with colleagues to share best teaching practices and resources.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction and providing accommodations as needed.
- Continuously reflected on personal teaching practices, seeking feedback from colleagues and administrators to improve instructional effectiveness.
Creative Beginnings
Early Childhood Development Teacher
02.2012 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Participated actively in grade-level team meetings to discuss best practices for curriculum implementation across classrooms consistently.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted and supervised 5-7 children through entire school day.
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Early Childhood Development Teacher
04.2013 - 10.2013
Job overview
- I worked with all age groups from infants to preschool aged.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Ashford University
Bachelor's from Early Childhood education
05.2017
University Overview
- Dean's List
- Completed AP course
- Relevant Coursework
- Professional Development:
- GPA
- Thesis
- Research Projects
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Activity planning
- Toddler care experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
Certification
- Learning & Development Training - 2023
- Abundance v Scarcity Mindset
- Workplace Wellness
- Carseat Safety
- Becoming Phit4lyfe
- Colorful Connections: Insights for Empowered Care
- Autism Awareness & Education
- Engagement & Advocacy
- Elevate Your Impact: Empowerment & Emotional Intelligence
- Inaugural Coastal Nanny Retreat
- Rock Your Reflection from the Inside Out
- Darkness to Light
Timeline
Private nanny
Self employed
10.2020 - Current
Owner/Teacher
Miss Carol's Childcare
06.2017 - 09.2019
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Low Country Children's Co-op
10.2015 - 04.2017
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Live Oak Little School
01.2015 - 08.2015
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Creative Beginnings Preschool
04.2013 - 10.2013
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Creative Beginnings
02.2012 - 08.2014
Ashford University
Bachelor's from Early Childhood education
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