Destiny Vandergriff
Hamilton,OH
Summary
Compassionate Daycare Teacher experienced in coordinating activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth in children. Delivered nurturing environments and developmentally appropriate activities that foster emotional and educational skills. Focused on applying early childhood education principles to enhance learning while maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Allies Child Development Center
Fairfield, Ohio
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify learning opportunities and address behavioral issues.
- Facilitated daily activities and playtime, enhancing children's social skills through structured interactions.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided positive reinforcement.
- Communicated regularly with parents to share insights on children's progress and address individual needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment for all children.
- Implemented age-appropriate educational games and exercises.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing.
- Supervised outdoor playtime when weather permitted to encourage physical activity.
Education
Lincoln West High School
Cleveland, OHSkills
- Early childhood education
- Child development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management techniques
- Child care
- Special-needs childcare
- Safety protocols
- First aid and CPR certified
- Age-appropriate activities
- Educational games
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Story time
- Personal care activities
- Parent communication
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Child safety
- Loves children
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Allies Child Development Center
06.2022 - 05.2024
Lincoln West High School