Cheryl Pastorius
Maynard,MA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring worker with over 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Reliable Childcare professional talented at creating safe, stimulating environment for young children. Expertly leads individual and group activities to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills. Offering over 10 years of childcare experience with excellent knowledge in CPR and first aid. Compassionate Certified with over 10 years of experience. Fantastic multitasker with skill in monitoring safety, progress and growth while providing exciting, educational and welcoming classrooms. Committed to detailed scheduling and effective budgeting with extensive knowledge of teaching.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Infant/Toddler Room Teacher
Bright Horizons
Lexington, MA
08.2019 - Current
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 3 months to 2.9 years old years old.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children.
- Used Mapp to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 9 students.
- Managed food inventory for 9-person center in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Dental Assistant12
Multiple Dentist
Varies Dentist, MA
06.2012 - 07.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Professional Nanny
Four Different Families
Sudbury, Westford, MA
03.1998 - 06.2011
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Assisted children in dressing appropriately for day's activities.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Managed up to three children at a time
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Middlesex Community College - Bedford
Bedford And Lowell, MA 06.2012
Skills
- Filing and Classroom Organization
- Social Skills Development
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Class Reading
- Time Management
- Play-Based Learning
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
Timeline
Certified Infant/Toddler Room Teacher
Bright Horizons
08.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant12
Multiple Dentist
06.2012 - 07.2019
Professional Nanny
Four Different Families
03.1998 - 06.2011
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Middlesex Community College - Bedford