Erica Smith
Altus
Summary
Kind, calm, and mature person committed to ensuring child's welfare and wellness throughout fun educational activities to boost mental and physical growth in a pleasant atmosphere. Passionate and dedicated childcare professional with a proven track record in implementing and engaging in educational activities to enhance cognitive learning. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised children during mealtimes, playtimes, and other activities.
- Taught children foundations; skills in colors, shapes, and letters.
- supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning as well as developmental activities.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for your students.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Communicated with child's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Implemented hands on play based strategies for experiental learning.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Child Development Worker
Child Development Center, CDC
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Supported teachers in classroom management techniques such as discipline strategies.
- Engaged in continuous communication with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss the child's behavior and development.
- Encouraged positive behaviors by setting clear expectations for behavior in accordance with program policies.
Homeschool Teacher
Self Employed Services
08.2016 - 01.2023
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual; student needs while maintaining core curricular objectives.
- Developed lesson plans based on student strengths and weaknesses.
- Planned field trips to various educational institutions to enhance the classroom experience.
- Observed students for specific learning styles and planned activities to maximize learning.
- Coordinated with other homeschool teachers to ensure that appropriate standards were met.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and relatable scenarios into daily lesson.
Education
95 Hours of Infant And Toddler Training
Virtual Lab School
Altus, OK07.2023
High School Diploma -
Malden High School
Malden, MO05.2014
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student centered learning
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Dependable and Responsible
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Adaptable
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Multitasking and Organization
Certification
- CPR and First aide Certified.
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - Current
Child Development Worker
Child Development Center, CDC
02.2023 - 07.2023
Homeschool Teacher
Self Employed Services
08.2016 - 01.2023
95 Hours of Infant And Toddler Training
Virtual Lab School
High School Diploma -
Malden High School
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