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Kaitlyn Handley

Farmington,PA

Summary

Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs. Maintained cleanliness within the classroom and food handling. Always strived to be the best example as a teacher and colleague.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Goddard School
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Coordinated weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Assisted and supervised 19 children through entire school day.

Preschool Teacher

Hastings Child Development Center
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet needs of each student, offering personalized support where necessary.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Daycare Director

Anna’s Banana’s
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
  • Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
  • Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
  • Reviewed and updated emergency preparedness procedures regularly to maintain a safe environment for children and staff members.
  • Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Operated Anna's Banana's school in accordance with company and state licensing standards.

Daycare Teacher

Anna’s Banana’s
03.2018 - 02.2021
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for all children.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.

Education

CDA (Child Development Associate)

Farmington Senior High School
Farmington, MN
04-2023

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Curriculum planning
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Age-appropriate assessment
  • Play-based learning approaches
  • Child safety procedures

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Goddard School
10.2024 - 05.2025

Preschool Teacher

Hastings Child Development Center
03.2022 - 09.2024

Daycare Director

Anna’s Banana’s
02.2021 - 02.2022

Daycare Teacher

Anna’s Banana’s
03.2018 - 02.2021

CDA (Child Development Associate)

Farmington Senior High School

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