Christine Armstrong
Wichita,KS
Summary
At Scribbles and Giggles Children's Academy, I excelled in creating a secure, engaging environment, mastering child safety protocols and counseling techniques. My approach enhanced children's social and emotional development, leveraging restorative practices and effective parent communication. Achieved notable improvements in behavior management and curriculum planning, ensuring a structured, nurturing setting for learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Scribbles And Giggles Children's Academy
02.2023 - Current
Child Care Provider
River Church Academy
08.2022 - 02.2023
Childcare Provider
Plymouth Preschool Learning Center
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
CNA
Lake View Nursing Home
03.2013 - 02.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Business Administration
BCCU
Andover KsSkills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- CPR training
- Childcare
- Positive Reinforcement
- Safety understanding
- Activity Planning
- Group leadership
- Child Development
- Behavior management techniques
- Emotional development
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Scribbles And Giggles Children's Academy
02.2023 - Current
Child Care Provider
River Church Academy
08.2022 - 02.2023
Childcare Provider
Plymouth Preschool Learning Center
07.2016 - 01.2021
CNA
Lake View Nursing Home
03.2013 - 02.2014
Business Administration
BCCU
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