Donna Carr
Preschool Teacher, CNA, Cook.
Dothan,AL
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with a proven track record at Southside Kiddie Kollege, skilled in lesson planning and fostering parent-teacher communication. Adept at creating engaging learning environments that enhance child development and social skills. Compassionate and reliable team player, dedicated to nurturing young minds and promoting effective collaboration with families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Southside Kiddie Kollege
08.1988 - 04.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood development and learning.
- Facilitated daily activities that encouraged social interaction and teamwork among students.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to maintain a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual student needs and progress updates.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance learning experiences for children.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Extendicare Health Services
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support and education.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring effective communication between families and healthcare providers.
- Trained new staff on best practices and safety protocols to uphold quality care standards.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wesley Health Care Center
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to promote a safe environment.
- Supported medical staff in executing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Three Year Old Preschool Teacher and Cook
Mother Goose Presc
09.1999 - 05.2003
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to developmental milestones.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social skills, creativity, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's individual needs and progress.
- Led classroom activities encouraging exploration and discovery through hands-on learning.
- Coordinated special events that promoted community involvement and family engagement.
- Utilized various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles among students, leading to higher levels of comprehension and retention of material.
Cook
Evergreen Presbyterian Preschool
07.1996 - 07.2000
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food storage areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and child-friendly options.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to accommodate individual dietary restrictions and preferences.
Three Year Old Preschool Teacher
Denton Road Preschool
09.1989 - 07.1993
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles of preschool children.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Observed and assessed children's progress, adapting activities to enhance individual learning experiences.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's development, reinforcing learning at home through effective communication.
- Maintained a safe, clean classroom environment in compliance with health and safety regulations for young children.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, ALHigh School Diploma -
Dothan High School
Dothan, AL05-1982
Skills
Child development
Parent-teacher communication
Lesson planning
Activity planning
Curriculum planning
Food safety
Sanitation protocols
Food presentation
Measuring ingredients
Kitchen equipment operation
Food plating
Allergen awareness
Food storage practices
Recipe development
Menu planning
Nutrition
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Basic life support
Bedside manner
Dressing assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wesley Health Care Center
01.2021 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Extendicare Health Services
01.2018 - 09.2022
Three Year Old Preschool Teacher and Cook
Mother Goose Presc
09.1999 - 05.2003
Cook
Evergreen Presbyterian Preschool
07.1996 - 07.2000
Three Year Old Preschool Teacher
Denton Road Preschool
09.1989 - 07.1993
Preschool Teacher
Southside Kiddie Kollege
08.1988 - 04.2025
No Degree - Elementary Education
George C Wallace Community College
High School Diploma -
Dothan High School