Creative professional specializing in child development and lesson planning. Proven ability to foster a safe and engaging learning environment while effectively communicating with parents and collaborating with staff.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Greenbrier Christian Academy
Chesapeake, Virginia
12.2023 - 01.2026
Collaborated with lead teacher to design engaging lesson plans and activities that fostered student participation.
Organized classroom materials and maintained a clean, safe learning environment.
Provided personalized attention and encouragement to support individual student needs, enhancing their learning experience.
Engaged parents in discussions about child progress and daily activities, strengthening home-school connections.
Assisted in creating and implementing lesson plans for preschoolers.
Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
Read stories aloud to the children and discussed them afterwards to gauge understanding.
Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children.
Private Nanny
personal
Chesapeake, Virginia
06.2021 - 01.2025
Provided attentive care and supervision for children in a private household.
Planned and implemented engaging educational activities tailored to children's interests.
Coordinated daily schedules to ensure balanced routines of meals, playtime, and rest periods.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for children during all activities.
Monitored children's behavior, promptly addressing conflicts to promote a harmonious environment.
Developed tailored strategies based on each child's strengths and weaknesses to enhance their growth.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
YMCA Daycare
Chesapeake, Virginia
05.2019 - 02.2023
Facilitated daily routines, ensuring smooth transitions during meal times and nap schedules.
Partnered with staff to foster a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
Monitored behavioral issues, communicating insights to parents or guardians for better support.
Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
Distributed educational materials to students during class activities.