Jocelyn Hammons
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Waltham,MA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Friendly and energetic Teacher's Assistant with experience in childcare and early childhood education. Motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well-behaved. Creative caregiver with proven success working with children to improve behavior and self-esteem.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Northshore Early Learning Center YMCA
Beverly, MA
07.2021 - Current
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Assistant Director
Canajoharie Community Youth Center
Canajoharie, NY
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Sparked imagination, built self-esteem and helped children make exciting discoveries daily.
Volunteer
Ayers Animal Schelter
Sprakers, NY
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Gordon College
Wenham, MA05.2022
Skills
- Special Education
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Early Childhood Education Knowledge
- Educational Strategies
- Play-Based Learning
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Imaginative Play Promotion
- School Community Relations
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Class Reading
- Arts and Crafts
- Daycare Management
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Northshore Early Learning Center YMCA
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Director
Canajoharie Community Youth Center
06.2017 - 08.2018
Volunteer
Ayers Animal Schelter
09.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Gordon College
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