Clare O'Hagan
Cohoes
Summary
Childcare teacher with expertise in lesson planning, child development, and effective communication. Committed to fostering children's growth through engaging activities and collaborative parent communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher- 18 month old classroom
Little Sprouts Daycare Center
Albany
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to children's interests and learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address concerns effectively.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
- Started as a floating and moved on to be an assistant teacher which lead to the role of full time lead teachers for Room 1 (18 month old- 2 year old).
Offsite Base Site Lead
YMCA Before/After School Childcare
Saratoga Springs
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging activities to promote social and emotional learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and best practices in childcare.
- Conducting health checks.
- Led on site; carried a bigger responsibility.
Childcare Assistant Teacher Substitute
Saratoga Regional YMCA
Saratoga Springs
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Read books aloud to groups of children or individually as requested by Lead Teacher.
- Assisted with potty training when needed.
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
Child Care Teaching Assistant
Campus Fun and Learn
Suffern
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Daily tasks include changing diapers, sanitizing equipment, facilitating activities, and handling food.
- Worked with ages 10 months to 3 years old.
- Supported lead teachers in implementing curriculum and lesson plans.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for children to explore.
Kids Coach
KidStrong
Waldwick
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Led interactive sessions to promote physical development and motor skills.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, officials, media personnel and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
Mentor Internship
CollegeSteps
Suffern
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided guidance to students in developing personal and academic goals.
- Collaborated with educators to identify student needs and resources.
- Worked with students with learning disabilities and autism.
Gym Attendant
Retro Fitness Gym
New City
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of gym equipment and workout areas.
- Sales representative: selling memberships, giving tours, and acting as a cashier.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance in fitness classes and open gym sessions.
- Conducted tours for new and potential members, discerned fitness needs, explained options for meeting needs, clearly explained membership terms and encouraged guests to join.
Education
Associate of Arts - History Minor in Psychology
University At Albany
Albany, New York, NY01-2026
Associate of Arts - Social Behavioral Science- Psychology Track
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY06-2024
High School Diploma -
Nyack High School
Nyack, NY06-2023
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Effective communication
- Curriculum implementation
- Safety compliance
- Social emotional learning
- Safety awareness
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Lead Teacher- 18 month old classroom
Little Sprouts Daycare Center
09.2025 - 12.2025
Offsite Base Site Lead
YMCA Before/After School Childcare
01.2025 - 06.2025
Childcare Assistant Teacher Substitute
Saratoga Regional YMCA
01.2025 - 06.2025
Child Care Teaching Assistant
Campus Fun and Learn
12.2023 - 06.2024
Kids Coach
KidStrong
05.2023 - 09.2023
Mentor Internship
CollegeSteps
05.2023 - 09.2023
Gym Attendant
Retro Fitness Gym
11.2021 - 04.2023
Associate of Arts - History Minor in Psychology
University At Albany
Associate of Arts - Social Behavioral Science- Psychology Track
Rockland Community College
High School Diploma -
Nyack High School