Overview
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Education
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Elicia Burns

San Antonio,TX

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Lord of life childcare development center
San Antonio , TX
12.2021 - Current
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
  • Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
  • Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
  • Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
  • Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Group Home Staff Member

Dove Heven group home
San Antonio, TX
06.2019 - 11.2021
  • Monitored resident safety and well-being on a 24 and 7 basis.
  • Provided emotional support to residents dealing with various issues.
  • Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments.
  • Coordinated transportation for appointments or outings for residents.
  • Maintained accurate records of resident activities, behavior, and progress.
  • Provided direct care to residents, including personal hygiene and daily living skills.
  • Taught independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, job seeking.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing residential facilities.
  • Supervised medication administration according to doctor's orders.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure quality of care was provided to all residents.

Daycare Teacher

Books&Bibs Childcare
San Antonio, TX
02.2016 - 04.2019
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
  • Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Daycare Teacher

Lord of life child development center
San Antonio, TX
05.2015 - 01.2016
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and styles within the classroom.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
  • Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
  • Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
  • Supervised children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Judson Isd
Converse, TX
06-2006

Skills

  • Crisis Management Training
  • Child assessment
  • Effective Parent Communication
  • Effective Classroom Management
  • Proficient in Behavioral Simulation Techniques
  • Empathetic Communication

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Lord of life childcare development center
12.2021 - Current

Group Home Staff Member

Dove Heven group home
06.2019 - 11.2021

Daycare Teacher

Books&Bibs Childcare
02.2016 - 04.2019

Daycare Teacher

Lord of life child development center
05.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Judson Isd
Elicia Burns