Gwynne Shingler
SPRINGFIELD,Virginia
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Springfield, VA
05.2008 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to develop age-appropriate curriculum, promoting cognitive and social development.
- Assisted in hiring and training new staff members, fostering positive work environment and team cohesion.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for continuous staff improvement and professional growth.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing requirements through diligent record-keeping and timely report submissions.
- Oversaw maintenance of facility cleanliness and organization to provide safe learning environment for children.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among staff members, fostering collaborative problem-solving approaches.
- Monitored child progress using assessments tools, providing valuable feedback for program improvements and individualized support strategies.
- Familiarized parents with center's policies, regulations, fees and curriculum.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Kept children between ages of 6 weeks and 12 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Promoted emotional well-being through empathetic communication and consistent support during challenging moments.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with other childcare professionals to continuously improve the quality of care provided to children.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities, minimizing disruptions and maximizing engagement time.
Early Childhood Educator
KinderCare Learning Centers
Springfield, VA
02.1984 - 05.2008
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Boosted children's social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Education
CDA Associate in Preschool
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.1984
Skills
- ~Communication
- ~Time Management
- ~Licensing Standards for Childcare
- ~Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Directed
- Social Perceptiveness
- Problem-Solving
- Team building
- Constructive Feedback
- Childcare Requirements
- Parental Interaction
- Childcare Management
- Enrichment Activities
- Classroom Observation
- Staff Support
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Student Engagement
- Emotional Development
- Professional Relationships
Work Availability
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Timeline
Childcare Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
05.2008 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.1984 - 05.2008
CDA Associate in Preschool
Northern Virginia Community College