Fantaysia Figueroa-Lawrence
Washington,DC
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator specializing in engaging, nurturing learning environments. Expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management enhances positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Committed to adaptability and collaboration to meet evolving classroom needs and achieve educational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
SitterCity
08.2017 - Current
- Adapted caregiving strategies based on individual child needs, enhancing overall satisfaction for families served.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Managed schedules for multiple families, balancing varying needs and preferences efficiently.
Lead Infant Teacher
Shepherds Park Children's Academy
Washington, DC
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Implemented individualized learning plans to support diverse developmental needs of infants.
- Led curriculum development for infant education programs, fostering holistic developmental growth.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on classroom management techniques and best practices.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on child progress and address concerns effectively.
Lead Teacher
Two Birds Inc Preschool
Washington, DC
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development among students.
- Designed age-appropriate activities that stimulate curiosity and encourage hands-on learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Preschool Director
LE3 INC.
Buffalo, NY
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements for preschool operations.
- Fostered a positive, inclusive environment that promoted social-emotional development.
- Coordinated parent engagement initiatives to strengthen community involvement in education.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Conducted staff evaluations and provided constructive feedback, fostering professional growth and development.
Lead Teacher
Edukids
Buffalo, NY
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual learning needs and enhance family engagement.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Organized age-appropriate activities promoting creativity, motor skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Evaluated and selected educational materials enhancing learning experiences for toddlers.
Teacher's Assistant; Lead Teacher
DoodleBugs! Children's Learning Center
Buffalo, NY
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged creativity and critical thinking.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Enhanced classroom organization by implementing efficient workflows that optimize resource utilization and minimize downtime.
Work-Study, Receptionist
Canisius College COPE Office
Buffalo, NY
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted in training new staff on office protocols and customer service standards to ensure consistency.
- Responded to inquiries promptly, delivering exceptional customer service while resolving issues effectively.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with students, and updated student records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY05-2021
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Child development techniques
- Childcare needs
- Student engagement
- Family engagement techniques
- Problem-solving
- Strong work ethic
- Patience and empathy
Certification
CPR & First Aid
Honors
Psi Chi Honor Society, Vice President Canisius College Chapter
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Shepherds Park Children's Academy
07.2025 - 06.2026
Lead Teacher
Two Birds Inc Preschool
07.2023 - 07.2024
Preschool Director
LE3 INC.
05.2022 - 10.2022
Lead Teacher
Edukids
08.2021 - 05.2022
Teacher's Assistant; Lead Teacher
DoodleBugs! Children's Learning Center
11.2019 - 05.2021
Work-Study, Receptionist
Canisius College COPE Office
01.2018 - 05.2018
Babysitter
SitterCity
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Canisius College