Charity Chezum
Camarillo,CA
Summary
Professional childcare provider with experience caring for multiple children in a group setting. A positive role model with a strong focus on encouraging development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR, and dedicated to building a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment for all children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Collaborated with teaching staff and parents to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Private Nanny
Families In The Community
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Childcare Teacher - Class Lead
Shoreline Community Church
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Biola University
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College / Oxnard College
Skills
- Certified in early childhood education
- Curriculum planning
- Individualized lesson planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Social skill building
- Effective listening
- Calm and patient
- Safety procedures
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross - January 2024
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2023 - 08.2025
Private Nanny
Families In The Community
08.2021 - 06.2023
Childcare Teacher - Class Lead
Shoreline Community Church
10.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Biola University
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College / Oxnard College