Gabrielle Duncan
Portland,IN
Summary
Dynamic early childhood professional with experience at SCUS Head Start, excelling in classroom management and individualized planning. Proven ability to enhance child development through creative problem-solving and effective communication. CPR and first aid certified, fostering a safe, nurturing environment. Contributed to previous roles by streamlining processes, enhancing program effectiveness, and improving team collaboration. Known for providing compassionate care and commitment to service excellence in all interactions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Self-employed
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits for children.
- Supervised playtime, structuring activities to enhance social skills and engagement.
- Maintained safe, clean environment to ensure children's well-being during play.
- Engaged children in educational games and creative projects to foster learning.
- Communicated daily with parents regarding children's activities and development.
- Managed schedules to ensure timely execution of routines and activities.
- Resolved conflicts among children using effective communication techniques.
- Encouraged physical activity through outdoor games and walks to promote health.
- Developing creative ways to encourage learning through everyday experiences.
- Tailoring activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
- Transporting children to school, sports activities, or other engagements when necessary.
Program Aide
SCUS Head Start
Winchester, Indiana
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers with daily lesson implementation and classroom activities.
- Supported children during meals, ensuring a safe environment.
- Organized educational materials while maintaining classroom cleanliness.
- Engaged children to foster social skills and positive interactions.
- Participated in training sessions to deepen knowledge of early childhood development.
- Implemented individualized plans for children with special needs.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance as necessary.
- Encouraged self-esteem and communication skills through positive reinforcement.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Monitored student performance in order to identify areas of improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2030
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12-2027
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Individualized planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Child supervision
- Emotional intelligence
- Creative problem solving
- Nutritional preparation
- CPR and first aid certified
- Multitasking and organization
- Age-appropriate routines
- Behavior monitoring
- Reliability and adherence to routines
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified -Child/Infant/Adult: C80657850
Registry No. - 12544
Class Completion Date: 5/22/2025
Expiration Date: 5/2027
Training Center Phone Number: 765-969-6078
Training Center I.D. - PETR61
Accomplishments
- Achieved Recognition from Supervisor/Admin Team: Excels at working well with children under pressure. Ability to comfort multiple children at once when they are showing sadness, anger, or anxiety. Implements Conscious Discipline methods and other safeguarding techniques to effectively calm children in a way that keeps them safe and helps them feel safe. Multiple Children in the classroom look to Ms. Gabbie as a source of comfort, guidance, and reassurance. Keeps children engaged with positive interactions and engaging activities.
Hobbies
- Reading
- DIY Projects
- Refurbishing Furniture
- Dance
- Theatre
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Babysitter
Self-employed
03.2025 - Current
Program Aide
SCUS Head Start
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ball State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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