Jessica lein-czaja
killingworth,CT
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with a proven track record, excelling in curriculum development and effective communication. Successfully implemented individualized learning plans, enhancing student engagement and progress. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to safety training ensure a nurturing environment for children’s growth and development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Shared Nanny(self employed)
Killingworth, CT
01.2024 - Current
- Provide nurturing care for children from three families, ensuring a supportive and loving environment.
- Maintain open communication with parents regarding children's schedules and activities, including visits to libraries and music classes.
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks, fostering positive eating habits.
- Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
Head Teacher
Middletown Cooperative Preschool
City, State
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Led a classroom of 10 preschoolers, adhering to state guidelines for safety and educational standards.
- Developed and implemented individualized curriculums, closely monitoring each child's progress.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong communication with parents and promoting collaboration in children's education.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR, ensuring a safe learning environment.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences as needed for student assessment purposes.
- Monitored student progress on an ongoing basis and provided feedback to parents regarding academic performance.
- Collaborated with other administrators in developing strategies for improving student achievement levels.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Owner/Director
Jessicas PlayCare
Middletown, CT
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Maintained a safe environment for all children by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities such as arts, crafts, music, games, outdoor play and educational lessons.
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication regarding their child's progress.
- Provided nutritious snacks and meals according to established guidelines.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promoted physical, social, emotional, cognitive growth.
- Kept detailed records of attendance, meals served, naps taken and other pertinent information related to each child's care.
- Observed children's behavior and development, reported any concerns to parents or guardians.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Instructed children on proper hygiene habits such as hand washing and toileting practices.
Branch Manager
Labor Ready
Middletown, Connecticut
07.2012 - 11.2019
- Assisted troubled adults in securing stable employment, offering guidance and support throughout the job search process.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting.
- Conducted OSHA safety training sessions, achieving OSHA 10 certification.
- Oversaw payroll for temporary employees and created efficient work schedules for office staff.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
- Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
- Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
- Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
- Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
- Organized professional development programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
- Boosted customer base, acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant products.
- Established and built customer relationships through targeted outreach and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Studies
Post University
Waterbury, CT10-2024
Skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Knowledge of educational standards and practices
- Experience in safety training and compliance
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Nutrition planning
- Early childhood development
- Light housekeeping
- Enrichment activities
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- OSHA 10 Certified
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny
Shared Nanny(self employed)
01.2024 - Current
Head Teacher
Middletown Cooperative Preschool
09.2022 - 01.2024
Owner/Director
Jessicas PlayCare
11.2018 - 09.2022
Branch Manager
Labor Ready
07.2012 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Child Studies
Post University
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