Coretta Polite
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Lead Teacher
Kidzville Academy Inc
Orlando, FL
02.2018 - Current
- Ensured all health and safety regulations were adhered to at all times.
- Reported any concerns regarding a child's safety or well-being to the supervisor immediately.
- Implemented behavior management strategies such as positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars related to early childhood education.
- Kept accurate records of attendance and incident reports.
- Provided guidance and supervision to a group of 10 children aged 3-5 in a safe, secure environment.
- Provided emotional support to children who exhibited signs of distress.
- Maintained positive relationships with parents by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Developed lesson plans that were age appropriate and met the needs of each individual child.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, music and movement, outdoor play, story time and educational activities.
- Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
- Monitored playground equipment for signs of wear or damage regularly.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan field trips or special events.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
CNA
MetroWest Nursing and Rehab Center
Orlando, FL
10.2000 - 01.2018
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jones High School
Orlando, FL05-1981
Skills
- Individual Student Instruction
- CPR Training
- Early Childhood Education
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child Safety Procedures
- Curriculum Design
- Educational Materials Development
- Lesson Planning
- Play-Based Learning
- Progress Monitoring
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
- Early Childhood Development
- Reliability
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Supervising Classroom Activities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Lead Teacher
Kidzville Academy Inc
02.2018 - Current
CNA
MetroWest Nursing and Rehab Center
10.2000 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Jones High School
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