Jenna Lovelady
Gonzales,LA
Summary
I have experience working with adults and children, contributing to everyday activities and socialization. I am able to strategically adapt to new environments and find solutions in tense situations, working well under pressure. I take critiques and use them to be a better employee and person. I am also, CPR certified, attentive, responsive, and considerate to those around me. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons at North Oaks
Hammond, LA
10.2023 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Assisted lead teachers in creating a nurturing and positive classroom environment for optimal child development.
- Organized engaging hands-on experiences that brought curriculum content to life for young learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning and executing diverse instructional methods, leading to improved student comprehension of complex concepts.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining an orderly and focused learning environment for all students.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Bee And The Butterfly
Prairieville, LA
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported children''s social-emotional development by implementing lessons on empathy, friendship, and problemsolving.
Daycare Worker
Kaleidoscope, The Learning Center, LLC
Geismar, LA
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Supported child development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities tailored to individual needs.
Barista
Nutrition 73
Prairieville, LA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
Education
No Degree - Kinesiology: Fitness And Human Performance
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond12-2026
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown High School
Geismar, LA05-2022
Skills
- Early Childhood Development
- Social Development
- Activities Leadership
- Dependable
- Adaptable to new structures
- Calendaring and Scheduling
Certification
Mandatory Reporter Training
Online Course • Louisiana Child Welfare Training Academy
CPR Certified
In-Person Course • American Heart Association • Expires 5/25
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Associate Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons at North Oaks
10.2023 - Current
Toddler Lead Teacher
Bee And The Butterfly
07.2023 - 01.2024
Barista
Nutrition 73
05.2022 - 08.2022
Daycare Worker
Kaleidoscope, The Learning Center, LLC
07.2021 - 07.2023
No Degree - Kinesiology: Fitness And Human Performance
Southeastern Louisiana University
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown High School