Jarraia Coles
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
One-Year-Olds Teacher
M&S Magical Stars
Ellenwood, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other staff members regarding curriculum planning and assessment strategies.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's development milestones.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress on a regular basis.
- Utilized technology tools such as iPads or interactive whiteboards during instruction.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Infant Teacher
O2B Kids
Ellenwood, GA
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss curriculum plans, student progress, and classroom management strategies.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Observed infants' development and documented milestones using appropriate assessment tools.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Encouraged self-help skills such as feeding, dressing, potty training.
- Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breast milk, formula and solids.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Utilized educational software and technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
- Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for infants.
Infant Teacher
The Sunshine House
Stockbridge, GA
05.2018 - 03.2022
- Participated in the creation and implementation of a developmentally appropriate preschool and infant/toddler curriculum, fostering cognitive, social, and emotional growth in young children.
- Planned, prepared, and led a variety of engaging learning activities
that supported children's development and kept them actively engaged in the learning process. - Assessed, observed, and guided children's development through
individualized interactions, offering targeted support and enrichment to enhance their learning experience. - Maintained a clean, safe, and stimulating classroom environment that
encouraged exploration, creativity, and active learning. - Used positive reinforcement and encouragement to motivate children, helping them to take an active role in their own learning and development.
- Trained and provided direction to other staff members, ensuring the
successful implementation of curriculum and high-quality early childhood education practices. - Communicated regularly with parents, providing updates on children's progress and development, and maintaining open lines of communication to foster strong partnerships.
- Clearly explained school policies, procedures, and regulations to parents,
students, and staff to ensure understanding and compliance.
Customer Service Representative
Arise
Remote
12.2018 - 03.2021
- Ensured precise and prompt management of bookings by overseeing additions and changes.
- Ensured customers received detailed and reliable cruise pricing information.
- Efficiently handled customer payments, ensuring security and accuracy of financial records.
- Provided comprehensive details about ship amenities and onboard experiences.
- Managed booking cancellations with professionalism to ensure seamless customer experience.
- Researched and curated data to support special needs accommodations.
- Delivered outstanding service to ensure client satisfaction and elevate cruise experiences.
- Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
- Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School
Stockbridge, GA05-2018
Skills
- Behavior management
- Interactive learning
- Parent communication
- Classroom safety
- Assessment strategies
- Creative play
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Individualized instruction
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relationship management
- Data entry
- Communication skills
- Monitoring progress
- Observation techniques
- First aid administration
- Information security
- Classroom organization
- Problem solving
- Creativity enhancement
- Positive reinforcement
- Technology integration
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
Certification
- First aid and CPR Certification
Timeline
One-Year-Olds Teacher
M&S Magical Stars
10.2023 - Current
Infant Teacher
O2B Kids
03.2022 - 10.2023
Customer Service Representative
Arise
12.2018 - 03.2021
Infant Teacher
The Sunshine House
05.2018 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School