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Kayla Gaymon

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital settings, providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Preschool Teacher

YMCA Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.

Patient Care Associate

Novant Health, Inc
05.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily interactions.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted nurses in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and recording medical histories for accurate patient records.
  • Streamlined workflows by maintaining a well-organized and efficiently run unit, ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Babysitter/Nanny

Self
06.2020 - Current
  • Care for children ages ranging from 3 months to 15 yrs., over weekends, breaks, and evenings
  • Specialize in creating engaging and educational activities while advancing problem-solving and multitasking skills
  • Ran errands, managed household inventory levels, and developed a well-balanced nutrition plan for children which created improved life for entire family.
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.

6th-12th Social Studies Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors
  • Monitored and evaluated students' progress in relation to district and school curriculum policies and other planned goals and objectives
  • Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives, reflected district goals and taught according to knowledge, skills, progress and needs of students.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.

K-2 Summer Camp TEACHER

Freedom Schools
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Deliver the Integrated Reading Curriculum (IRC) to a class of ten or more scholars for the 6 weeks of the program, per the standards developed by CDF Freedom Schools
  • Collaborate with site staff to establish and maintain a positive, supportive, and structured environment for the scholars
  • Enhanced camper engagement by incorporating various team-building activities and educational games.
  • Assisted camp director in developing innovative curriculum, resulting in higher camper satisfaction rates.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Vision Love Daycare
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced learning environment by creating and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group play, interactive games, and role-playing activities.
  • Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
  • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere.

Education

Junior (currently) -

University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
12.2025

Diploma -

West Charlotte Highschool
Charlotte, NC
06.2019

Skills

  • Adaptability & Flexibility
  • Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer Service
  • Staff Training
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Social-Emotional Learning training
  • Child Development
  • Classroom Organization
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Care Plan Management
  • Healthcare operations
  • Patient Care
  • Multitasking ability

Certification

First AID & CPR

Basic Life Support

Timeline

Senior Preschool Teacher

YMCA Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current

Patient Care Associate

Novant Health, Inc
05.2023 - Current

6th-12th Social Studies Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2022 - 06.2023

K-2 Summer Camp TEACHER

Freedom Schools
06.2022 - 08.2022

Babysitter/Nanny

Self
06.2020 - Current

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Vision Love Daycare
03.2020 - 05.2022

Junior (currently) -

University of North Carolina At Greensboro

Diploma -

West Charlotte Highschool
Kayla Gaymon