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Emil Perkins

Preschool Teacher
Austin,TX

Summary

An Early Childcare Provider with the experience needed to support the emotional, social and academic development of young children, as well as giving them access to healing, nurturing fun. I have been trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about the needs of children of various ages, and the importance of offering safe, nurturing environments to children. I wish to utilize communication strengths and good observational skills to handle day-to-day activities with children, helping to provide opportunities for them to grow and develop into winning adults.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
Austin, TX
08.2022 - Current
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe learning environment, providing the children with constant supervision.
  • Worked with other teachers within the classroom and relied on teamwork to keep children safe.
  • Provided education, with a diverse in-depth curriculum enacted each day.
  • Assisted and supervised 16 children of 16 to 22 months of age through entire school day.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.

Intern

ChrysalisQ
Austin, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Assisted in developing integrated marketing strategies for the organization
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Communication with outside individuals ranging from local parents, leaders within Equality Texas, and members of the Texas Legislation.
  • Monthly meetups with LGBTQ families to encourage community, primarily spent in childcare.

Camp Counselor

Ymca Of Central Texas
Austin, Texas
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

St. Edwards University
Austin, TX
08.2018 - 05.2022

Skills

Group and individual instruction

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Accomplishments

  • Worked one-on-one with a child in a special needs program to teach new reading skills .
  • Helped a child emotionally during a housing transition and CPS investigation.


Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
08.2022 - Current

Intern

ChrysalisQ
01.2022 - 05.2022

Camp Counselor

Ymca Of Central Texas
05.2021 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

St. Edwards University
08.2018 - 05.2022
Emil PerkinsPreschool Teacher