Kelsie Udelhofen
Cottage Grove,MN
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator prepared for role of Lead Infant Teacher. Strong focus on fostering development through engaging activities, nurturing environments, and individualized care. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Skilled in curriculum planning, classroom management, and communication with parents and staff. Reliable and responsive to changing needs, ensuring supportive and effective learning atmosphere.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Everbrook Academy
12.2020 - Current
- Enhanced overall classroom management efficiency by streamlining processes such as attendance tracking, diaper changes, snack distribution, and activity setup.
- Increased parent satisfaction by providing detailed daily updates on 'sprout a bout' regarding infant photos, naps, diaper changes, activities, and dietary intake.
- Assisted in fostering early language skills through singing songs, reading stories, and conversing with infants regularly.
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lesson planning between the ages of 6 months until 14 months old.
- Developed strong bonds with infants by consistently responding sensitively to their emotional cues and needs throughout caregiving tasks.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to Minnesota licensing protocols and guidelines.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress.
- Parent-teacher conferences to discuss developmental progress and address concerns or questions from parents.
After School Nanny
The Webb Family
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Transported children to various after-school programs such as sports practices or music lessons while ensuring timeliness and safety of travel.
- Ensured child safety and well-being by closely monitoring activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on family preferences.
- Managed sibling conflicts or disagreements in a fair and empathetic manner to promote healthy communication between family members.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and performing housekeeping duties including picking laundry, dishes .
Lead Infant Teacher
Woodview Terrace Montessori
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Developed daily reports detailing each infant''s activities, accomplishments, diaper changes, naps, mood, food intake, and any pertinent information for their parents'' review.
- Promoted healthy habits through nutrition education and daily outdoor play to support overall well-being.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Improved communication skills among infants by incorporating sign language into daily routines.
- Implemented lesson plans for infants between the ages of 6 weeks until 18 months old . Focused on cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development of infants.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Assisted infants in developing motor skills through age-appropriate activities such as crawling exercises, sensory play, and hand-eye coordination tasks.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Supported the emotional needs of infants through consistent care, comfort, and validation of feelings.
- Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breastmilk, formula and solids to infants.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education- Child Development
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN12-2016
Skills
- CPR and first aid
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Early childhood education
- Childcare expertise
- Loves children
- Time management
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Everbrook Academy
12.2020 - Current
After School Nanny
The Webb Family
08.2018 - 08.2019
Lead Infant Teacher
Woodview Terrace Montessori
08.2012 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education- Child Development
Rasmussen College
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