Gabrielle Carlson
Fairport Harbor
Summary
Enthusiastic and dependable early childhood and elementary education student with hands‑on classroom experience and strong knowledge of child development, early learning, and positive behavior support. Skilled in assisting lead teachers with daily routines, small‑group instruction, and creating nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environments. Known for building warm relationships with children, supporting social–emotional growth, and maintaining safe, organized learning spaces. Seeking childcare or teacher assistant opportunities to contribute to high‑quality early learning programs while completing degree requirements.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Misc Families
Fairport Harbor
2018 - Current
- Fostered positive communication with children and guardians to strengthen relationships.
- Led by example in teaching children to share, wash hands, and organize toys.
- Engaged young children through games, puzzles, and storytelling to enhance learning.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment to promote children's well-being.
- Organized and tidied playroom after activities to ensure safety and cleanliness.
- Provided emotional support to reassure children during times of distress.
Hostess
Shade
Athens
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Greeted guests warmly and ensured a positive dining experience.
- Managed reservations and coordinated seating arrangements efficiently.
- Assisted servers by delivering menus and refreshing beverages promptly.
Assistant Teacher
Teaching Learning Center (TLC) - Child Care & Pres
Kirtland
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Follow lesson plans and provide coverage in the event of teacher absence.
- Supervise activities to ensure the safety of the children, other staff members and students.
- Ensure that the environment is neat, sanitary, attractive and conducive to learning.
- Observe and relate significant daily occurrences to caregivers either verbally or in writing.
- Assist with preparing, serving, and disposing of snacks and meals; supervise children when assisting with these tasks. Eat meals with children to demonstrate good nutritional habits.
- Model appropriate behaviors for working with children.
- Report possible violations of state laws or other regulatory agencies to lead teacher, or director for follow up.
- Completed additional tasks to support team objectives.
Hostess
Longhorn Steakhouse
Mentor
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival and managed seating arrangements.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure timely service and guest satisfaction.
- Managed reservation system to optimize table usage and minimize wait times.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood & Elementary Education
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2027
High school diploma - Fairport Harbor, OH
Fairport Harding Highschool
Fairport Harbor, OH06-2023
College Credit Plus - Kirtland, OH
Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, OH06-2023
Career technical - Concord, OH
Auburn Career Center
Concord, OH06-2022
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Child development expertise
- CPR and OSHA certified
- Communicable disease certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Hostess
Shade
11.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Teacher
Teaching Learning Center (TLC) - Child Care & Pres
10.2023 - 06.2024
Hostess
Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2022 - 10.2023
Babysitter
Misc Families
2018 - Current
Bachelor - Early Childhood & Elementary Education
Ohio University
High school diploma - Fairport Harbor, OH
Fairport Harding Highschool
College Credit Plus - Kirtland, OH
Lakeland Community College
Career technical - Concord, OH
Auburn Career Center