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Jeanna  Cottrell

Jeanna Cottrell

Rockford,IL

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at KinderCare Learning Centers, excelling in play-based learning and relationship building. Successfully enhanced children's social skills through engaging group projects, while maintaining safety and effective parent-teacher communication. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes growth and development.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2017 - 04.2025
  • Cultivated positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.

Owner

Miss Jeanna's Daycare/Preschool
04.1997 - 10.2009
  • Cultivated positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL
03.1995

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
    Relationship building

  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Maintaining safety
  • Gross motor skills

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2017 - 04.2025

Owner

Miss Jeanna's Daycare/Preschool
04.1997 - 10.2009

Associate Of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Rock Valley College