Destiney Kennedy
Newport News,VA
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with experience leading preschool and before- and after-school programs. Skilled in play-based learning, positive behavior support, and daily classroom routines. Known for clear communication, teamwork, and maintaining safe, clean learning environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Warwick Kids Academy
Newport News, Virginina
08.2026 - Current
- Supported children during play, meals, and rest at Warwick Kids Academy.
- Assisted with daily classroom routines and smooth transitions for young learners.
- Planned age-appropriate activities using play-based learning and early childhood education methods.
- Kept classroom spaces clean, safe, and sanitized shared materials.
Before and After School Care Assistant
Grafton Bethel Elementary
Yorktown , VA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Monitored student safety during indoor and outdoor activities
- Assisted children with homework, games, and structured enrichment tasks
- Supported daily check-in and check-out procedures for families
- Maintained orderly care spaces, materials, and activity stations
- Communicated student needs to Grafton Bethel Elementary staff
- Guided positive behavior using school rules and expectations
Before and After School Care Assistant
Warwick River Christian School
Newport News , VA
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Monitored student safety during indoor and outdoor activities
- Assisted children with homework, games, and structured enrichment tasks
- Supported daily check-in and check-out procedures for families
- Maintained orderly care spaces, materials, and activity stations
- Prepared snacks and followed child care routines and schedules
- Organized age-appropriate activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Denbigh Christian Academy
Newport News , VA
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Planned faith-based preschool lessons for Denbigh Christian Academy classrooms.
- Managed daily classroom routines and smooth transitions for young children.
- Guided behavior using positive redirection and age-appropriate expectations.
- Prepared learning centers with books, manipulatives, and art materials.
- Communicated with parents about child progress, needs, and daily concerns.
- Supervised playtime, meals, and rest periods in preschool settings.
- Maintained clean, safe classroom spaces and sanitized shared materials.
- Modeled care practices for assistant teachers and classroom volunteers.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan weekly lessons that incorporated various learning styles into each activity.
Education
GED -
Woodside High School
Newport News, VA06-2017
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Play-based learning
- Child assessment
- Classroom sanitation
- Activity coordination
- Child supervision
- Behavior guidance
- Family communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Problem solving
- Social development activities
- Social skills development
- Active listener
- Group supervision
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Curriculum development
Certification
- Penn State University Child Care 2026
- CPR and First Aid 2026
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Warwick Kids Academy
08.2026 - Current
Before and After School Care Assistant
Grafton Bethel Elementary
01.2025 - 01.2026
Before and After School Care Assistant
Warwick River Christian School
01.2024 - 12.2025
Preschool Lead Teacher
Denbigh Christian Academy
08.2022 - 01.2024
GED -
Woodside High School