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Kalah J. Hinton
Essex,MD
Summary
Compassionate childcare provider with over 8.5 years of experience in nannying and teaching children from infancy to age 12. I create personalized childcare plans that cater to each child's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs. My focus is on engaging activities that stimulate learning and development in a safe, nurturing environment, while fostering strong relationships with children and families through open communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny
Self-Employed
Baltimore City/County, MD
07.2020 - Current
- Care for children in one-on-one care/nanny shares.
- Plan daily activities and playtime in the Playroom, Living Room, Nursery, and Outside.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Setting Up a Daily Schedule for Outside Play, Walks, Feedings, Naps, and Other Activities.
- Record and document daily activities, feeding, and sleep time for parents.
- Administered medication to children according to parents' instructions.
- Keeping the living room, Nursery, Playroom, and other areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Participated in professional development workshops in CPR/Choking Prevention, Newborn Care, Safe Sleep/Sleep Training, and Parenting/Childcare Methods.
- Served as an overnight nanny, providing care for children of various ages.
- Offered babysitting services during off times during the day, evenings, and weekends for parents' date nights or activities.
- Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
Baltimore County, MD
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Followed lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher to facilitate appropriate student learning experiences.
- Provided instruction and administered tests and evaluations in reading, writing, and math.
- Assumed all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher on a given day.
- Developed and modified instructional plans and materials to tailor learning experiences for diverse student needs.
- Provided individualized support to students in small groups, enhancing their understanding and mastery of assignments.
- Engaged with students, staff, and parents to foster a collaborative educational environment.
- Maintained appropriate records in the teacher's absence.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching practices and techniques.
- Supervised lunch periods and recess times to maintain appropriate behavior among students.
Full/Part-Time Teacher Aide/Teacher
Childtime
Downtown Baltimore, MD
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with center & state standards.
- Teach and reinforce instruction in the Infant, Toddlers, Twos, Pre-Preschool, Preschool, and Before and After School-Age classrooms.
- Assisted school-age students with completing homework assignments after school.
- Communicate with parents about children's progress and daily activities.
- Supervise and monitor the safety of children in care.
- Prepare and organize mealtimes and snacks for children.
- Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in the children and bring issues to parents and the center's leadership attention.
- Participated in bi-quarterly professional development workshops to enhance teaching practices and techniques.
- Maintain a clean classroom using proper sanitizing techniques for all toys, surfaces, and equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD 08.2017 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Human Development
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD 08.2022 - Current
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Development
- Infant & Toddler Care Experience
- School-Age Care Experience
- Special Needs Expertise
- First aid and CPR Certified
- Sleep Training
- Reliable transportation
Certification
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Early Childhood Education (ECE)
- Completed Child Growth Development and Curriculum & Materials in Early Childhood Education courses.
- Completed Infant and Toddler Child Care and School-Age Child Care courses.
- Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate by American Red Cross Renewed: 1/31/2026
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
08.2024 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Human Development
Coppin State University
08.2022 - Current
Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny
Self-Employed
07.2020 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Baltimore County
08.2017 - 06.2022
Full/Part-Time Teacher Aide/Teacher
Childtime
08.2017 - 03.2020