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Jessica Gilkey

Wichita,KS

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Lead Teacher at Sunrise Christian Academy, skilled in creative teaching and classroom organization. Successfully fostered cognitive and motor skill development in toddlers, enhancing their social-emotional learning. Known for strong parent communication and positive reinforcement strategies, creating a nurturing environment that promotes independence and self-confidence among young learners.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

Sunrise Christian Academy
08.2020 - Current
  • Facilitated engaging activities promoting cognitive and motor skill development in toddlers.
  • Supported daily classroom operations, ensuring a nurturing and safe environment for children.
  • Assisted in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental needs.
  • Observed and documented children's behavior to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom materials to enhance learning experiences.
  • Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging social interaction and emotional growth.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
  • Improved fine motor skills among toddlers by designing engaging arts and crafts projects.
  • Fostered independence among toddlers by guiding them through self-help tasks such as dressing themselves or cleaning up after snack time.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Partnered with parents in addressing challenging behaviors, developing effective strategies for improvement.
  • Provided daily care routines such as diaper changes, mealtime assistance, and nap supervision, ensuring the well-being of each child in the Toddler Room.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Stay at Home Mom

Self-employeed
12.2010 - 08.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Packager

Nifty Nuthouse
10.2010 - 12.2010
  • Facilitated engaging activities promoting cognitive and motor skill development in toddlers.
  • Supported daily classroom operations, ensuring a nurturing and safe environment for children.
  • Assisted in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental needs.
  • Observed and documented children's behavior to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom materials to enhance learning experiences.
  • Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging social interaction and emotional growth.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
  • Improved fine motor skills among toddlers by designing engaging arts and crafts projects.
  • Fostered independence among toddlers by guiding them through self-help tasks such as dressing themselves or cleaning up after snack time.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Partnered with parents in addressing challenging behaviors, developing effective strategies for improvement.
  • Provided daily care routines such as diaper changes, mealtime assistance, and nap supervision, ensuring the well-being of each child in the Toddler Room.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical

Vatterott College
Wichita, KS

Skills

  • Creative teaching
  • Classroom organization
  • Gross motor skills development
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Fine motor skills development
  • Parent communication
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Potty training assistance
  • Art and music appreciation
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Language development
  • Strong work ethic
  • Friendly and likeable
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Loves children
  • Time management
  • Child care
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Classroom management
  • Decision-making
  • Child safety
  • CPR and first aid
  • Verbal communication
  • Health and safety
  • Approachable
  • Housekeeping
  • Arts, crafts, and games
  • Parental communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Positive role model
  • Conflict resolution
  • Activity planning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Safety monitoring
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom instruction
  • Child development
  • Behavior modeling
  • Curriculum planning
  • Emergency procedures
  • Storytelling and crafts
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

Remote

Timeline

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

Sunrise Christian Academy
08.2020 - Current

Stay at Home Mom

Self-employeed
12.2010 - 08.2020

Packager

Nifty Nuthouse
10.2010 - 12.2010

Associate of Science - Medical

Vatterott College

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