Chelsea Footman
Summary
I am highly motivated with a passion to become a teaching professional. I have experience in providing educational and administrative support to child based programs and institutions. I'm adept in creating and delivering engaging lessons, developing activities, and managing student behavior. Each child is their own individual with their own personalities and not enough room to express themselves. I want to be able to help as may as possible realizes what they can achieve. I have the ability to assess student performance and provide feedback, help create individual learning plans, and provide instructions for small groups. organizational and communication abilities, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and faculty.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant and Aide
Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with lead teachers to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapt daily lesson plans that incorporate play-based learning strategies to meet the diverse needs of children, particularly those on the autism spectrum.Provide focused, one-on-one support to children during play activities, enhancing engagement and promoting the development of essential play skills.
- Implement strategies to support children exhibiting elopement behaviors and manage instances of aggression, ensuring a safe environment for all students.
- Cultivate a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages social interaction, cooperation, and emotional well-being among all students.
- Monitor, assess, and document children’s progress, behavior, and developmental milestones, reporting any concerns to the lead teacher.
- Facilitate smooth transitions and routines for students, ensuring safety and comfort, particularly for those who may have difficulty with changes.
- Collaborate with therapists and specialized staff to implement targeted interventions aimed at developing play skills and managing challenging behaviors.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and engaging classroom environment that supports diverse learning styles and sensory needs.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians to provide updates on their child’s progress and address any concerns or inquiries.
Assistant Teacher
Miss Minnie's Clubhouse
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate daily activities for children such as introductory to shapes, numbers, colors, and alphabet
- Also encouraging creativity through music, art projects, storytelling, and other games
- Taught proper eating habits and personal hygiene
- Developed and maintained consistent, positive relationships with children, while engaging with children individually to meet emotional and physical needs
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services to keep classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts, and putting children down for naps
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that encouraged learning through play while incorporating educational concepts
- Maintained daily records of attendance, meals served, naps taken, diaper changes and other pertinent information
- Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills in resolving conflicts between children as well as disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct and encourage positive behavior and social interaction
Before And After School Counselor
Jcc Barry and Florence Friedberg
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Assimilated arrived children to school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear and selecting activities of interest to them
- Maintained a professional demeanor at all times while modeling appropriate behaviors for students
- Utilized strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with students and their families to create a supportive atmosphere where they felt comfortable discussing personal issues or struggles
- Ensured compliance with all policies related to health and sanitation, safety, and security standards within the program setting
- Attended meetings, educational conferences, and training workshops and served on committees
- Prepared necessary materials and tools for activities, setting up areas for homework and study
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Kept records of attendance, accident reports and sign-out forms for record-keeping
- Monitored bus to and from schools, as well as supervised field trips
Cashier
Chipotle
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance
- Provided assistance in other areas such as grill, dish washing, and prep and serving
- Followed and encouraged sanitation protocols within dining area, kitchen, bathrooms, during money exchanges, proper handling of all food products and regularly checked expiration dates on products
- Processed returns and exchanges quickly while ensuring accuracy of store inventory records
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, balancing registers and reconciling discrepancies
- Developed strong customer relationships to support satisfaction and store loyalty
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges
- Greeted customers and ascertained what each customer wanted and needed
- Placed special orders, submitted online orders, or contacted other stores to find desired items
- Helped restock shelves when necessary to maintain an organized display area
- Completed and filled online orders for pick up
Front End Associate
Walmart
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning
Cashier
Stop And Shop
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance
Phone Agent
UPRS Group
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted in produce where I cut fruit, organized on floor display, managed dates of produce to ensure no outdated or at risk were sent out
- Verified that customers are of legal age to purchase restricted items
- Made over 80 outgoing calls daily, while scribing each call into the company's database
- Organized paper files and routinely cleaned office
Education
Associate In Arts (A.A.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
Nassau community collage
New YorkHigh School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, New York06.2020
Skills
- Student and Faculty Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Policy Collaboration
- Behavior Management
- Cash Handling
- First Aid
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- CPR and First Aid
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
Timeline
Teaching Assistant and Aide
Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Miss Minnie's Clubhouse
09.2022 - Current
Before And After School Counselor
Jcc Barry and Florence Friedberg
09.2022 - 04.2023
Cashier
Chipotle
05.2022 - 07.2022
Front End Associate
Walmart
02.2022 - 05.2022
Cashier
Stop And Shop
09.2021 - 01.2022
Phone Agent
UPRS Group
09.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Associate In Arts (A.A.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
Nassau community collage
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