Kayla Lyles
Warrenton ,NC
Summary
I am currently working as a teachers assistant with toddlers, where I have been for more than 2 years. I recently graduated from UNCW with a a bachelors degree in criminology and psychology. I am a reliable worker who has been working 8-10 hour shifts and is looking for a full time position. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have also taken many training at my current daycare center including SIDS and Health and Safety. I enjoy working in childcare and am capable of working with different ages as well as I have been a floater from the 1 year olds to PreK.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Kerr Vance Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the children and families, ensuring cleanliness and proper safety.
- Provided lunchtime assistance in preparing and serving food, and monitoring and helping during mealtimes.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs and restocked supplies needed for hygiene
- Using behavior techniques such as positive reinforcement and redirection to create a healthy play environment as well as using personal skills such as patience and care.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Provided support for the children during conflicts to help them learn and routine to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene
- Read stories, sang songs and created different center opportunities inside and outside
- Knowledge of and ability to implement emergency procedures when necessary
- Maintained a balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction and incorporated group activities, lesson plans and crafts to aid development
- Worked closely with many staff members and participated in ongoing professional development training to practice childhood education
- Able to work well with and assist lead teacher with office needs or planning
Volunteer
Families Living Violence Free
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted with and prepared for different fundraiser events and programs to secure donations
- Knowledgeable about office work and working on computers for organization
- Used strong communication skills to convey information and to discuss plans with others
- Assisted clients with obtaining and navigating different forms of resources
- Intervened in crisis situations when needed
- Kept accurate notes and information and updated case files as needed
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support and created educational materials to spread information
Education
Bachelors - Criminology With Psychology Minor
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12.2023
Skills
- CPR training
- Early Childhood Education
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Classroom Organization
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Punctual and Reliable
- Activities Planning
- Positive Attitude
- Organizing and Categorizing
- Toddler care experience
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Safety Consciousness
- Potty Training Assistance
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Kerr Vance Academy
07.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Families Living Violence Free
05.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelors - Criminology With Psychology Minor
University of North Carolina At Wilmington