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Kendra Turner

Riverdale,GA

Summary

Dynamic Infant/Toddler Teacher with a proven track record at The Success Learning Academy, skilled in child development and classroom management. Expert in creating individualized lesson plans that enhance cognitive and social growth, while fostering strong relationships with parents. Committed to maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promotes exploration and creativity. Seasoned early childhood education professional with expertise in infant and toddler development. Skilled in classroom management, creating developmentally appropriate activities, and maintaining accurate child records including assessments, progress reports and referrals. Dedicated to partnering wit families and child care providers to deliver comprehensive, community-based support and resources. Experienced in student development, outreach, evaluation and connecting families with essential social service programs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infant/Toddler Teacher

The Success Learning Academy
10.2019 - Current
  • Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities that recognize and support 2-year-old children and their rate of development.
  • Assessed safety of classrooms and outdoor play area before engaging children in activities.
  • Organized classroom environment into areas to be used for learning, eating, resting and playing according to regulations and accreditation standards.
  • Provided a daily schedule of individualized child and teacher-initiated activities that is well defined to help children in the order of events occurring each day.
  • Participated in teacher-parent conference regarding students' progress issues.
  • Read books to classes or small group.
  • Established positive and productive relationships with parents and encourage then to participate in activities.
  • Ensured classroom remains in compliance with infant/toddler environment rate scale (ITERS).
  • Oversaw mealtime, snacks time activates and related recording keeping for parents knowledge.
  • Planned, prepared, and administered daily activities indoor/outdoor as they rate to their curriculum.
  • Maintained daily attendance records.
  • Provided instruction for assistant teachers for classroom management.

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Angle Academy
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
  • Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
  • Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
  • Attend to children's basic needs by feeding, changing diapers, and providing naps according to individual schedules.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy play area, sanitizing toys and play equipment.
  • Keep records on individual children, including observations, daily activities, meals and medications administered.
  • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, cognitive, social and emotional development, such as music, reading, games, art, and free play indoors and outdoors.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with each child's parents, answering questions to maintain child's well-being and celebrate their accomplishments.

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Bright Minds
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Supported children during transitions between activities or environments by providing clear instructions and guidance as needed.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
  • Followed daily lesson plans and created recreation for children 0-2.
  • Provided care for the children's needs such as feeding, changing, and cleaning.
  • Gave parents daily reports on their child's daily schedules.
  • Planned both long and short-range educational and play activities on a daily basis.
  • Monitored room arrangements and schedules
  • Provided appropriate safety and hygiene for all developmental and learning activities.
  • Completed assessments of children's development and report progress to parents.
  • Reinforced appropriate discipline for children and implemented daily routine.
  • Educated children in basic education colors, letters, numbers, and shapes.
  • Followed licensing requirements and school policy for early childhood development.

Assistant Teacher

A New World Academy III
01.2018 - 02.2018
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Maintained a healthy personal but professional relationship with parents and caregivers.
  • Engage in hands on activities that introduce new experiences to toddlers.
  • Created weekly lesson plans that implemented great social and emotional activities for each individual child.
  • Successfully encouraged, practiced and completed toileting for the entire toddler class.

Lead Teacher

YMCA of South Florida
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Improved open-ended activities by creative use of learning materials which mentally and physically stimulated the toddler group and furthered their development.
  • Experienced in teaching an ethnically diverse toddler group.
  • Maintained a climate of trust and candor for the children in my care and their families by being attentive to the children's needs and maintaining an open dialogue with parents.

Infant Teacher

Duhart Daycare
08.2011 - 07.2015
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
  • Conducted assessments that analyzed physical. emotional, intellectual, and social development.
  • Organized and maintained a clean and productive classroom.
  • Specifically guided toddlers to learn language, gain autonomy, interact socially, and enjoy physical activity.
  • Maintained excellent relationships with parents and children.

Toddler Teacher

McDonald's Play World Daycare
06.2001 - 12.2010
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Managed classroom materials and resources effectively to ensure a well-stocked learning environment at all times.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles among toddlers effectively.
  • Employed a variety of materials for Infants and Young Toddlers to explore and manipulate in learning activities and imaginative play.
  • Offered detailed reports to parents that outlined each child's activities, behaviors or concerning issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Northwestern Senior High School
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Observation and assessment
  • Progress reporting
  • Nutrition
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Pre-K and Toddler Education
  • Child Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Social Services
  • Program Planning and Development
  • Classroom organization
  • Registered Behavior
  • Creative Learning

Certification

National CDA (Child Development Associastion)

Timeline

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Angle Academy
11.2020 - 03.2021

Infant/Toddler Teacher

The Success Learning Academy
10.2019 - Current

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Bright Minds
04.2018 - 10.2018

Assistant Teacher

A New World Academy III
01.2018 - 02.2018

Lead Teacher

YMCA of South Florida
07.2016 - 12.2017

Infant Teacher

Duhart Daycare
08.2011 - 07.2015

Toddler Teacher

McDonald's Play World Daycare
06.2001 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

Miami Northwestern Senior High School

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