Kaiyah Fluitt
Arlington,VA
Summary
Early childhood education professional with strong track record in fostering positive learning environments for young children. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring both educational goals and developmental milestones are achieved.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Time Learning Center
Arlington, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Guided students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development, preparing them for long-term success beyond kindergarten.
- Promoted from Pre-K Assistant to Lead Teacher within six months due to strong performance and leadership.
- Developed individualized support strategies for students experiencing behavioral, emotional, or learning challenges.
- Maintained accurate, confidential records of student progress, development, and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with families, staff, and specialists to create nurturing and inclusive classroom environments.
- Facilitated small-group and one-on-one sessions to build communication, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
- Received consistent parent feedback noting students’ preparedness, confidence, and social-emotional growth.
Kids Associate
Gold’s Gym
Richmond, VA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Supervised and engaged children in recreational activities, ensuring safety and positive social interactions.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate programs supporting physical, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12.2022
Skills
- Student Counseling & Social-Emotional Support
- Conflict Resolution & Peer Mediation
- Individualized Student Support & Intervention Planning
- Parent Communication & Family Collaboration
- Program Development & Coordination
- Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
- Child supervision
- Parent-teacher communication
- Creative teaching strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- Early childhood education
- Special needs support
Certification
CPR certified
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Time Learning Center
11.2023 - Current
Kids Associate
Gold’s Gym
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Custom
- Lifelong commitment to working with children and youth.
- Recognized by parents for preparing students beyond early childhood.
- Strong understanding of child development, social-emotional learning (SEL), and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.