Darneka Coats
Homewood,IL
Summary
Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Bright Start Child Care & Preschool
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Planned and prepared activities for students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Improved academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques.
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
Preschool Lead Teacher
First Years University
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Event Planner
Coles County Habitat For Humanity
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Conferred with event staff at event site to coordinate details.
Retail Merchandiser
SAS Retail Services
04.2013 - 08.2017
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed inventory levels and product rotation to maximize sales and minimize out-of-stock items.
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Utilized visual merchandising techniques to effectively showcase products in retail stores.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Strayer University
Washington, DC05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.2021
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Physical Health Evaluation
- Department Planning
- Effective Listening
- Student Needs Assessments
- Preschool Programs
- Classroom Supplies Ordering
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Educational Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Verbal and Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
- Organized monthly mailings for child developmental newsletters.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager- April 2021 to April 2026
- HIS Adult First Aid/CPR AED All Ages- February 2023 to Febraury 2025 American Safety & Heart Institute
- Hospitality and Tourism Management- April 2020 to Present. Florida Atlantic University, Baton, FL Hospitality & Tourism Management Certificate
- Educational Paraprofessional- April 2022 to April 2027
- Illinois State Board of Education Council for Professional Recognition- August 2022 to August 2025 CDA License
- Certificate of Achievement for The Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment- March 2023
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Bright Start Child Care & Preschool
01.2022 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
First Years University
10.2020 - 01.2022
Event Planner
Coles County Habitat For Humanity
08.2020 - 12.2020
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
05.2018 - 02.2022
Retail Merchandiser
SAS Retail Services
04.2013 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Education Administration
Strayer University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Land College
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Eastern Illinois University
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager- April 2021 to April 2026
- HIS Adult First Aid/CPR AED All Ages- February 2023 to Febraury 2025 American Safety & Heart Institute
- Hospitality and Tourism Management- April 2020 to Present. Florida Atlantic University, Baton, FL Hospitality & Tourism Management Certificate
- Educational Paraprofessional- April 2022 to April 2027
- Illinois State Board of Education Council for Professional Recognition- August 2022 to August 2025 CDA License
- Certificate of Achievement for The Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment- March 2023
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