Jayda Purdie
Wichita,KS
Summary
Attentive with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments for all children. Looking to seek and maintain PRN Direct Support or PRN Early Childhood Educator position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitter
Tutor
08.2023 - Current
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Adapted instructional approaches based on ongoing assessment data, ensuring that intervention strategies were relevant and effective for each learner''s needs.
- Streamlined the learning process by breaking down complex concepts into simpler, more manageable components that students could readily grasp.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one or in small groups, offering targeted support to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing trust and rapport with students, encouraging open communication and active participation.
Caregiver
Happy Faces Daycare
05.2021 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
Camp Counselor in Training
Heather's Camp
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Contributed to a positive camp environment by fostering strong relationships among campers and staff.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create a cohesive team dynamic, improving overall camp operations.
- Provided support and guidance to campers during challenging situations, promoting personal growth and resilience.
- Participated in singing and storytelling to encourage positive camper experience.
- Mediated disputes or conflicts between campers to maintain peaceful environment.
Education
Early Childhood Unified -
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS09.2024
Skills
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Attitude
- Following Directions
- Meal Preparation
- Infant care experience
- Activity Planning
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Allergy Awareness
- Homework Assistance
- Child Supervision
- Schedule Management
- Housekeeping and Cleaning
Websites
Accomplishments
- Wichita State Shocker Promise Scholar, Fall 2023-Present
- Northeast Magnet National Honors Society, Fall 2022-Spring 2023
- Wichita State National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Spring 2024-Present
Timeline
Camp Counselor in Training
Heather's Camp
07.2024 - 08.2024
Tutor
08.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Happy Faces Daycare
05.2021 - Current
Pet Sitter
Early Childhood Unified -
Wichita State University