Julianna RUSSO
Central Islip
Summary
Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities. Attentive childcare with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for all children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Provider
HIGHER ACHIEVERS DAYCARE Ll
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress, behavior, and milestones achieved during daycare hours.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
- Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.
- Offered top-notch care to 12+ children at once, ranging in age from newborn to 12 years of age.
- Provided individualized attention to each child, recognizing their unique needs and adapting care accordingly.
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, setting clear expectations for conduct in the daycare setting.
- Organized and maintained a clean, inviting play space that encouraged exploration while adhering to safety guidelines for childcare facilities.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through interactive games and group activities that promoted cooperation and teamwork.
- Supported families during transitions such as toilet training or starting school by providing guidance on strategies for success at home.
- Contributed to maintaining accurate records of attendance, immunizations, allergies, special needs information for each child under care.
- Encouraged creativity through various art projects and hands-on activities designed to stimulate imagination while building fine motor skills.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
Lead Preschool Teacher
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted and supervised 10 children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Lead Preschool Teacher
HIGHER ACHIVERS DAYCARE
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Pride And Joy Daycare
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curriculum.
Assistant Teacher
LITTLE WONDERS LEARNING CENTER
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
Milford, PASkills
- Health and safety
- Infant Care
- Care Planning
- Activities Planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Social Development
- Early Childhood Development
- Social and academic development
- Child Supervision
- Safety awareness
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Housekeeping
- Safety understanding
- Positive Reinforcement
- Childcare
- Meal Preparation
- Group leadership
- CPR training
- Activity Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Housekeeping abilities
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Child Development
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson Plan Development
- Healthy environments
- Behavior management techniques
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Emotional development
- Toilet training
- Friendly and Respectful
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Caring and Responsible
- Punctual and Reliable
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Creative Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Child Safety
- Lesson Planning
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Team Leader
- Goal Setting
- Planning and Leading Activities
- Documentation And Reporting
- Food Preparation and Service
- Staff Supervision
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Staff Scheduling
- Calendaring and Scheduling
- Childcare Regulations
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Daycare Center Operation
- Imaginative Play-Based Learning
Accomplishments
- Achieved a curriculum by completing age appropriate activates with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
Certification
- Licensed daycare provider - July 2023 - March 2024
- CPR, AED, First Aid Training - March 2023 (good for 2 years)
Timeline
Daycare Provider
HIGHER ACHIEVERS DAYCARE Ll
03.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Preschool Teacher
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY
04.2021 - 11.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
HIGHER ACHIVERS DAYCARE
01.2018 - 03.2021
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Pride And Joy Daycare
11.2017 - 09.2018
Assistant Teacher
LITTLE WONDERS LEARNING CENTER
06.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
- Licensed daycare provider - July 2023 - March 2024
- CPR, AED, First Aid Training - March 2023 (good for 2 years)
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