Josephson Clervil
Childcare Provider
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Accomplished Lead Childcare Provider with a proven track record at Homewood Brushton YMCA, enhancing child development through innovative curriculum design and effective parent-teacher communication. Skilled in early childhood education and team collaboration, I significantly improved reading proficiency and fostered a positive recovery culture. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability, leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement in educational settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Childcare Provider
Homewood Brushton YMCA
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted assessments of children's developmental milestones providing valuable feedback on their overall growth patterns.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized facility to ensure compliance with licensing regulations and promote child wellbeing.
- Collaborated with other childcare providers to share best practices and develop a supportive network for continued professional growth.
- Supported colleagues in developing age-appropriate curriculums for improved child development outcomes.
- Designed weekly schedules that incorporated both structured learning activities as well as free playtime allowing children to express themselves creatively.
- Developed strong relationships with children by displaying empathy, understanding, and active listening skills.
- Created a diverse range of age-appropriate games that encouraged problem-solving abilities within a fun environment.
- Provided ongoing communication with families regarding their child''s progress, milestones achieved, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and reinforce positive behaviors at home and in the childcare setting.
- Maintained open lines of communication with families, sharing daily updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns or questions.
- Managed daily operations of the childcare center including staff scheduling, budgeting, and adherence to state regulations.
- Promoted physical, emotional, and social growth of children through engaging group activities and one-on-one interactions.
- Enhanced children''s learning experience by incorporating creative and interactive activities into daily routines.
- Implemented individualized care plans to address the unique needs of each child, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
Lead After School Teacher
YMCA/Colfax
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions and differentiate instruction based on individual needs.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners, securing resources to enhance after-school programming.
- Championed a literacy initiative, resulting in increased reading proficiency across grade levels.
- Increased parent involvement through consistent communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Encouraged creative expression through art integration, fostering critical thinking skills while enhancing visual comprehension.
- Developed cross-curricular lessons to reinforce learning and emphasize real-world applications.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects.
- Promoted cultural awareness through diverse literature selections and inclusive discussions in the classroom.
Certified Peer Specialist
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Promoted a positive recovery culture within the organization by serving as a role model for hope, resilience, and selfdetermination.
- Used skills such as modeling, education, and implantation to teach daily living and coping skills.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients using shared lived experience as a foundation for meaningful connections.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
Education
Child Development Associates Credential - Child Care
Trying Together
Pittsburgh, PA05.2022
Certificate Of Peer Support And Recovery - Mental Health Counseling
Peer Support And Advocacy Network
Pittsburgh, PA07.2015
Highschool Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice Highschool
Pittsburgh, PA06.2012
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Motivational Skills
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child development expertise
- Early Childhood Education
- Lesson implementation
- Special Needs Support
- Friendly and Respectful
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Caring and Responsible
- Problem-solving abilities
- Punctual and Reliable
- Multitasking
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Child Supervision
- Safety awareness
- Decision-Making
- Child Safety
- Relationship Building
- Health and safety
- Group leadership
- Team building
- Lesson Planning
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Task Prioritization
- First aid knowledge
- Self Motivation
- Infant Care
- Team Leader
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Goal Setting
- Planning and Leading Activities
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Communication
- Activity Planning
- Documentation And Reporting
- Special Needs Care
- Food Preparation and Service
- Staff Supervision
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Youth Mentoring
- Housekeeping abilities
- Team Training
- Social and Emotional Development
- Classroom Instruction
- Child Development
- Crisis Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Early Childhood Development
Quote
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.
Steve Jobs
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePaid time offPaid sick leaveTimeline
Lead After School Teacher
YMCA/Colfax
08.2021 - 06.2024
Lead Childcare Provider
Homewood Brushton YMCA
06.2021 - Current
Certified Peer Specialist
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
08.2015 - 02.2018
Child Development Associates Credential - Child Care
Trying Together
Certificate Of Peer Support And Recovery - Mental Health Counseling
Peer Support And Advocacy Network
Highschool Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice Highschool
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