I am dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Before and After-School Care Teacher
KinderCare Education, Champions
Holbrook, Weymouth , MA
11.2018 - Current
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 4 to 10 years old.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Managed food inventory for over 100-person center in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Enhanced 4-10-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.