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Cassandra Johnston

Pittsford,NY

Summary

At In Home Group Family Daycare, I excelled as a Daycare Teacher's Assistant, where I enhanced children's social and academic development through innovative activities leadership and meticulous safety supervision. My approach significantly improved early education experiences by fostering a nurturing environment that prioritized pupil supervision and creative learning techniques.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

In Home Group Family Daycare
Roach, NY
06.2022 - Current
  • Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
  • Ensured that all relevant health and safety regulations were followed at all times.
  • Supervised children aged 1-4, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Coordinated outdoor activities that encouraged physical activity and awareness of nature.
  • Supported teachers in preparing materials for activities and lessons.
  • Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
  • Guided children in developing basic literacy and math skills through playful learning activities.
  • Assisted children with hygiene tasks, including handwashing and bathroom breaks.
  • Conducted reading classes for children to build foundational knowledge.
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects like painting or drawing which helped nurture a child's imagination.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Encouraged healthy habits such as hand washing, good nutrition, and physical activity during structured times throughout the day.
  • Monitored classrooms to ensure safety standards were being met at all times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rush Henrietta High School
Henrietta
06-2022

Skills

  • Meal coordination
  • Safety and supervision
  • Pupil supervision
  • Activities leadership
  • Early education
  • Social and academic development

Certification

  • New York State Teaching Assistant certification - Level 1

Timeline

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

In Home Group Family Daycare
06.2022 - Current
  • New York State Teaching Assistant certification - Level 1

High School Diploma -

Rush Henrietta High School
Cassandra Johnston