Jamie Sumner
Klamath Falls
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience in guiding children's learning and development journeys. Proven ability to create engaging activities that foster skill acquisition and personal growth while ensuring a nurturing environment. Holds CPR and First Aid certifications. Committed to promoting a positive atmosphere where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Tiny Hopefuls
Klamath Falls, OR
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Floating Teacher
Little Beavers Preschool
Corvallis, OR
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues to brainstorm ideas for classroom activities.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Provided comfort when needed through hugs or words of encouragement.
Area Supervisor
Ross Dress for Less
Corvallis, OR
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Trained new employees on policies, procedures, product knowledge, customer service techniques.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.
- Managed payroll activities including timesheets submission and approval process.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow processes.
- Created and implemented daily work schedules to ensure that all tasks were completed in an efficient manner.
Education
Early Childhood Education and HDFS
Oregon State University
Corvallis, ORAssociate of Arts - undefined
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR06.2019
Associate of Science - undefined
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR06.2019
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Child Safety Procedures
- Parental Communication
- Proven team leader
- Infant Care
- Classroom Management
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Emotionally supportive
- CPR and First Aid
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Caring and Understanding
- Creative learning strategies
- Reliable
- Age-appropriate activities
- Multitasking and organization
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- Adult and infant CPR and First Aid
- Oregon registry level six
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Tiny Hopefuls
04.2025 - 08.2025
Floating Teacher
Little Beavers Preschool
04.2021 - 06.2024
Area Supervisor
Ross Dress for Less
05.2018 - 04.2021
Early Childhood Education and HDFS
Oregon State University
Associate of Arts - undefined
Lane Community College
Associate of Science - undefined
Lane Community College