Cassandra Metcalfe
Arlington,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate child care professional with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in education and early childhood development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Academic Tutor
Private Individuals
01.2019 - Current
- Assist children with reading and math skills
- Work with children with special needs
- Support students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
- Collaborate with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses
Swim Instructor
Private Pool
05.2007 - Current
- Teach preschoolers and elementary-aged children basic swimming and water safety skills
- Use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students
- Develop and implement lesson plans based on individual student needs
- Provide positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance
Childcare Provider
Cherrydale Baptist Church
01.2006 - Current
- Provide care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers
- Instruct toddlers and preschoolers
- Apply positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
Assistant Teacher – Preschool
Clarendon Child Care Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
Assistant Teacher – Infants & Toddlers
The TEA Center
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
Assistant Teacher – Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
Easter Seals NOVA Child Development Center
04.2017 - 08.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
Education
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Development
Northern Virginia Community College
Alexandria, VA08.2013
Skills
- Patient, loving, kind and enthusiastic
- Knowledgeable regarding age-appropriate activities, toys and games
- Associates Degree Early Childhood Development
- Trained in First Aid and CPR
Certification
- Career Studies Certificate-Paraprofessional Teacher Assistant, Northern Virginia Community College, 12/01/11
- Certificate-Early Childhood Development, Northern Virginia Community College, 05/01/11
- Career Studies Certificate - Infant and Toddler Care, Northern Virginia Community College, 12/01/10
Continued Education Certifications
- Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and Standard First Aid Training, 2023
- VA Dept of Social Services/Child Protective Services Central Registry Background Check, 2023
Timeline
Assistant Teacher – Preschool
Clarendon Child Care Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Teacher – Infants & Toddlers
The TEA Center
05.2022 - 09.2022
Private Academic Tutor
Private Individuals
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Teacher – Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
Easter Seals NOVA Child Development Center
04.2017 - 08.2021
Swim Instructor
Private Pool
05.2007 - Current
Childcare Provider
Cherrydale Baptist Church
01.2006 - Current
- Career Studies Certificate-Paraprofessional Teacher Assistant, Northern Virginia Community College, 12/01/11
- Certificate-Early Childhood Development, Northern Virginia Community College, 05/01/11
- Career Studies Certificate - Infant and Toddler Care, Northern Virginia Community College, 12/01/10
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Development
Northern Virginia Community College
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