Elizabeth Verone
Texarkana
Summary
Compassionate childcare worker with experience in fostering safe and nurturing environments for children of various age groups. Skilled in developing educational and engaging activities to promote physical, emotional, and social development. Strong ability to communicate effectively with parents to align on care goals and expectations. Influenced positive behavior changes and developmental progress through empathetic and supportive interactions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Homemaker
N/A
Texarkana
03.2016 - Current
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and needs, ensuring alignment on developmental goals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and learning spaces.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including meals and personal hygiene.
- Implemented behavior management techniques, promoting positive interactions and emotional growth among children.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Guided children through engaging activities, fostering a fun and stimulating learning environment.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
Assistant Teacher
Play and Learn School
Blue Bell
09.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and lesson plans.
- Supported students in learning activities, addressing individual needs to enhance understanding.
- Organized classroom to create an effective learning environment that encouraged student engagement.
- Facilitated group activities that fostered social skills and teamwork among students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Communicated with parents regarding student behavior and progress.
- Implemented safety procedures during daily classroom routines.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging educational programs for children.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Supervised small group activities to enhance collaboration and learning.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Created colorful and attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Protected confidential information related to staff and families.
Substitute Teacher
Childhood Development Svcs
Hernando
12.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Delivered classroom instruction based on teacher's lesson plans, ensuring continuity and effective learning.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Implemented lesson plans and adapted materials for diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom routines to ensure students stayed on task and engaged.
- Supervised classroom activities and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Assisted in creating a safe and inclusive classroom atmosphere for all students.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Communicated with parents to update on student progress and behavior, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Collaborated with staff to address student behavioral and academic challenges.
- Provided support during assessments, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
- Participated in professional development to refine teaching practices and strategies, enhancing classroom engagement.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 04.2015 - 07.2016
Continental Academy
Miramar, FLAssociate of Science - Health Administration Services
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02-2025
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Educational activities
- Classroom management
- Child supervision
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Food safety
- Meal preparation
- Equipment sanitation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Food quality standards
- Cleaning procedures
- Organization skills
- Effective communication
Timeline
Homemaker
N/A
03.2016 - Current
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
04.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Teacher
Play and Learn School
09.2013 - 03.2016
Substitute Teacher
Childhood Development Svcs
12.2011 - 04.2013
Continental Academy
Associate of Science - Health Administration Services
Colorado Technical University