Hayley Garr
Culpeper,VA
Summary
Dedicated Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher from CHS-KC-EHS, excelling in curriculum development and classroom management. Leveraged Frogstreet Curriculum instruction and positive reinforcement to enhance child development, achieving a 30% increase in classroom engagement. Skilled in creating supportive learning environments and fostering strong parental communication, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills. Friendly and energetic Infant Toddler Teacher with 8 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher
CHS-KC-EHS
1401 Old Fredericksburg Road Culpeper Va 22701
01.2021 - Current
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- 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.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Infant Toddler Teacher
Madison Learning Center
634 S Main Street Madison Va 22727
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Office Assistant
Edgar 4 Free
Warrenton, VA
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
- Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
- Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
- Organized events and meetings to maximize capacity and keep event venues running smoothly.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Daycare Assistant Group Leader
Kid Central
1401 Old Fredericksburg Road Cukpeper Va 22701
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
- Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Assisted students with homework issues and helped to incorporate positive study skills.
- Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
Personal Care Assistant
Hope and Home Care
1010 S Main Street Culpeper Va 22701
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastern View High School
Culpeper, VA05.2014
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Frogstreet Curriculum instruction
- Progress Reporting
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child development expertise
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Nutrition knowledge
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Planning
- Child Development
- Storytelling and crafts
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Special-needs childcare
- Decision-Making
- CDA License
- Gentle Discipline
- Classroom Instruction
- Training in food handling preparation
- Approachable
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Meal Preparation
- Cognitive Development
- First Aid Training
- Supply Inventory
- Loves children
- Professional babysitter
- Customer Service
- Curriculum Implementation
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Active listener
- Early Childhood Education
- Language skills
- Efficient under pressure
- Accurate record keeping
- Curriculum Development
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Personal Care Activities
- Parent Communication
- Safety Monitoring
- Emotionally supportive
- Literacy development
- Child Nutrition
- Strong Work Ethic
- Positive Role Model
- Licensed Childcare Provider
- Supply Management
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Parental Communication
- Friendly and likeable
- Child Safety
- Interactive lesson plans
- Disaster preparedness training
- CPR and First Aid
- Housekeeping
- Time Management
- Social Development Activities
- Nutrition
- Health and safety
- Infant Care
- Classroom Management
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Emergency Procedures
- Strong computer skills
- Behavior management techniques
- Caring and Understanding
- Student Learning Records
- Child Care
Certification
- MAT & Rectal MAT Certified.
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Additional Information
A little bit about myself. I am a mom, i love working with children. I want to continue to grow and learn new things. Im willing to go above and beyond for my job. I have a lot of experience with disabilities, children,animals. I also have experience with office work and some experience in health care. Im willing to learn new things and easy to work with.
Timeline
Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher
CHS-KC-EHS
01.2021 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Hope and Home Care
02.2018 - 10.2018
Infant Toddler Teacher
Madison Learning Center
Office Assistant
Edgar 4 Free
Daycare Assistant Group Leader
Kid Central
High School Diploma -
Eastern View High School