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Jamie Kobatake
Kenosha
Summary
Dynamic Child Care Teacher with a proven track record at Almost Home Academy, enhancing student engagement through innovative project-based learning. Skilled in child assessment and fostering parent-teacher communication, I effectively support diverse learning needs while promoting a safe and nurturing environment. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Center Teacher
Almost Home Academy
11.2020 - Current
- Introduced new teaching methods such as project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
- Increased student collaboration by developing group projects and team-building activities.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development by attending workshops and conferences related to early childhood education trends and research findings.
- Participated in annual evaluations, using feedback to refine teaching approach and improve overall effectiveness in the classroom.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress and organizing conferences.
- Improved overall classroom management, enforcing consistent rules and consequences for behavior.
- Continuously assessed student understanding with formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Supported special needs students'' learning through tailored lesson plans and individualized attention.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum design and sharing best practices for teaching strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- 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.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Child Care Center Teacher
Little Champs Academy 2
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Assistant Teacher
Almost Home Academy
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Child Care Teacher
Almost Home Academy
09.2006 - 12.2010
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
- Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring academic success for all learners.
Child Care Teacher
Mount Pleasant Renaissance School
08.2002 - 04.2003
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
Ashford University Online
Online 03-2020
Associate of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Pheonix
Online06-2016
High School Diploma -
Horlick High School
Racine, WI06-1996
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Following Child Abuse Mandated Reporter rules
- Knowing what to look for that is a hazard to small children
- Communicating with others in positive ways
- Working as a team
- Communication via documenting, phone and email
- Special needs support
- Child assessment
- Child development
Interests
Timeline
Child Care Center Teacher
Almost Home Academy
11.2020 - Current
Child Care Center Teacher
Little Champs Academy 2
07.2020 - 10.2020
Assistant Teacher
Almost Home Academy
08.2016 - 04.2020
Child Care Teacher
Almost Home Academy
09.2006 - 12.2010
Child Care Teacher
Mount Pleasant Renaissance School
08.2002 - 04.2003
Early Childhood Care And Education
Ashford University Online
Associate of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Pheonix
High School Diploma -
Horlick High School
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