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Grace Sanders

Columbus,Georgia

Summary

Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant CPR/First Aid knowledge. Supports educational, entertainment and home requirements for parents. Responsive, dependable and vigilant with highly protective nature.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Nanny

Lauren Dwier
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Studied and took notes from parents about food allergies to understand ingredients and requirements to keep children safe.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.

Assistant Teacher

Salem Montessori School
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, interact with, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social-emotional development using classroom games and activities.
  • Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
  • Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
  • Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
  • Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
  • Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
  • Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.

Daycare Teacher/Floater Teacher

Lakeside Daycare And Preschool
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Utilized technology to develop instructional materials and activities for children.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.

Summer Camp Assistant Counselor

Camp Eagle Virginia
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Participated in camp fundraisers and community outreach to secure financial stability for camp and attract new campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
  • Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
  • Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
  • Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
  • Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
  • Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
  • Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
  • Participated in camper registration and check-in processes to collect all necessary camp information and paperwork.
  • Prepared and submitted daily and weekly reports to keep records of campers' attendance, behavior and progress.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.

Education

Early Child Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Home School
05.2018

Skills

  • Meals Plus
  • Computer Use
  • Parental and Guardian Assistance
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Prepare Nutritious Foods
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Work Schedule Development
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Material and Supply Inventory
  • Development of Social Skills
  • Homework Support and Assistance
  • Language Problems
  • Activity Planning
  • Regulating Schedules
  • Maintain Safety
  • Guitar Lessons
  • Ukulele Lessons
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Emergency Situations
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Housekeeping and Cleaning
  • Language Skills Development
  • Team Support
  • Ability to anticipate the needs of others (both children and co-worker)
  • Infant Care
  • Care Summaries
  • Boundary Setting
  • Enrichment Activities
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Calculations and Specifications
  • Mobile Devices
  • Daily Logs
  • Lunchtime Assistance
  • Toilet Training
  • Documenting Communications
  • Handling Procedures

Certification

  • Certified CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid All Ages - American Safety & health Institute - 2022
  • Certified Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff - Pennstate Better Kid Care -2022
  • Certified Virginia Annual Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care Staff, Pennstate Better Kid Care - 2022

My interests

I have loved music and singing since I was a little girl and now play my guitar and ukulele most everyday. In years past, I have played and sung for both churches and preschool classrooms in the past. Another hobby is journaling, I have kept a consistent journal since I was 12 years of age and I do not plan on quitting any time soon. 

I love to share my creativity and hobbies with those around me. I find it is a good way to help people of all ages to feel more comfortable, be able to learn a little easier, and definitely to relax. 

Additional Information

Young children and their development is my passion, and it has been since I was a young kid myself. I do believe God made me with a purpose and next to sharing kindness and compassion to those around me, that purpose is to nurture and teach children to the best of my ability. I have already received numerous opportunities to be a teacher and/or caretaker and I am always ready, willing, and excited to take on more.

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Salem Montessori School
01.2020 - 02.2021

Private Nanny

Lauren Dwier
01.2019 - 08.2021

Summer Camp Assistant Counselor

Camp Eagle Virginia
05.2017 - 08.2017

Daycare Teacher/Floater Teacher

Lakeside Daycare And Preschool
09.2016 - 08.2018

Early Child Education

Liberty University

High School Diploma -

Home School

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