Cynthia Henry
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Childcare Educator with a proven track record at Chesterbrook Academy, adept at fostering emotional and cognitive growth through innovative, play-based learning strategies. Skilled in behavior management and parental communication, I effectively enhance children's development while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration with families. I am currently looking to work within the medical field as a Patient Safety Associate and with my past employers I know I would be the asset that your company is looking for. I am currently a caregiver for my Mother who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s so I have experience in the medical profession. I would love for you to give me a try and chance and be a part of your team.. I look forward to hearing from you, Thanks.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Chesterbrook Academy
Philadelphia, PA
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing and safe environment conducive to social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Engaged children in interactive activities that promote curiosity and exploration of new concepts.
- Collaborated with families to support individual child development goals and address concerns effectively.
- Monitored children's progress through assessments and observations, adapting strategies as needed.
- Led parent-teacher conferences, providing insights into children's development and learning achievements.
- Organized community events to strengthen relationships between families, educators, and the local community.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
Childcare Educator
Penn Children's Center
Philadelphia, PA
03.2013 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
- Devised creative lesson plans, incorporating diverse teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Pine Brook Jr College
Coopersburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
West Philadelphia High School
Philadelphia, PA06.1986
Skills
Patience and empathy
Age-appropriate activities
Early childhood education
Hygiene practices
Verbal and written communication
Cleaning and sanitation
Nutrition
Student engagement
Practical learning
Behavior management
Faculty collaboration
Child development expertise
Student needs assessment
Documentation
Creative lesson planning
Child safety procedures
Compliance and standards
Strong work ethic
Friendly and likeable
Active listener
Time management
Play-based learning
Classroom organization
Decision-making
Positive role model
Health and safety
Loves children
Problem-solving
Child safety
Child development
Training in food handling preparation
Safety monitoring
Efficient under pressure
First aid training
CPR and first aid
Approachable
Emotionally supportive
Nutrition knowledge
Arts, crafts, and games
Parental communication
Emergency procedures
Conflict resolution
Customer service
Parent communication
Meal preparation
Storytelling and crafts
Social skills development
Child nutrition
Language skills
Behavior modeling
Gentle discipline
Progress reporting
Personal care activities
Housekeeping
Recreational activities
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Chesterbrook Academy
08.2018 - 03.2020
Childcare Educator
Penn Children's Center
03.2013 - 06.2017
No Degree - General Studies
Pine Brook Jr College
High School Diploma -
West Philadelphia High School