Diane Knight
Aiken,SC
Summary
Creative daycare worker with several years of hands-on experience supervising children in safe, educational learning environment. Communicative and punctual individual versed in organizing fun activities, preparing nutritious meals and developing routines and schedules. Compassionate team player commended for excellent patience and strong sense of responsibility.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Cotton Learning Center of Serenity Daycare
Augusta, GA
01.2001 - 12.2014
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Collaborated with colleagues to brainstorm ideas for classroom activities.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Maintained supplies inventory for the classroom including art materials and books.
Bodyguard
James Brown Estate
Augusta, GA
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Provided protection services to high-profile VIPs during public appearances.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided first aid when necessary.
- Observed and reported any unusual or suspicious behavior in the vicinity of clients.
- Patrolled assigned areas to identify suspicious activities and unauthorized personnel.
- Trained newly hired personnel on operational guidelines as well as safety practices associated with their duties.
- Performed regular inspections of premises including parking lots, entrances and exits, equipment rooms and other sensitive areas for signs of tampering or unauthorized activity.
Daycare Teacher
Childcare Network of Augusta
Augusta, GA
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Motivated children to participate in various tasks encouraging them to be independent thinkers while having fun at the same time.
- Created stimulating learning opportunities through hands-on experience with educational toys and materials.
- Ensured safety of the children by monitoring their play areas and activities throughout the day.
- Assisted teachers during transitions between activities ensuring smooth transitions without disruption or confusion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Germany
Wurzburg, Germany01-1977
High School Diploma -
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School
Norfolk, VA06-1973
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Proven team leader
- Story time, arts, and crafts
- Excellent communication skills
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Curriculum Planning
- Child Nutrition
- Positive Reinforcement
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Cotton Learning Center of Serenity Daycare
01.2001 - 12.2014
Bodyguard
James Brown Estate
01.2000 - 01.2006
Daycare Teacher
Childcare Network of Augusta
01.2000 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts -
Germany
High School Diploma -
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School
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