Kenyatta Fourte
8000 Baymeadows Cir E,FL
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Experienced with creating nurturing and developmentally appropriate environments for infants. Utilizes effective communication and observation to tailor activities that promote growth. Strong understanding of early childhood education principles ensures supportive and enriching learning atmosphere.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood learning and development.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive growth among infants.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure consistent communication regarding child progress and developmental milestones.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for infant care and classroom management techniques.
- Assessed individual needs of infants to tailor activities that support unique developmental goals.
- Established routines that promoted safety, hygiene, and well-being for all children in the classroom.
- Organized age-appropriate educational materials to enhance sensory exploration and learning experiences.
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddie Academy
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented curriculum frameworks aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance lesson plans and learning materials for diverse classrooms.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies among teaching staff.
- Monitored program effectiveness through regular assessment of student outcomes and feedback mechanisms.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Foundation Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Implemented individualized behavior plans to support client progress and skill acquisition.
- Conducted data collection and analysis to monitor behavioral changes effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored intervention strategies.
- Provided direct one-on-one support to clients in various settings, ensuring consistency in care.
- Evaluated client responses to interventions, adapting strategies for improved outcomes as necessary.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing client progress, highlighting areas of improvement and next steps.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
Deltona, FL
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Participated in parent conferences to discuss student progress and development.
- Facilitated group activities that taught basic concepts such as colors, shapes, numbers, letters.
- Conducted regular assessments of student learning objectives in order to track progress over time.
- Engaged students in outdoor activities such as walks around the neighborhood or playground visits.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when managing student behaviors.
- Established positive relationships with families through open communication about their child's education experience.
- Assisted with potty-training, feeding, and other daily routines for young students.
Lead Two's Teacher
Kiddie Academy
Orlando, Florida
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored student attendance records in accordance with district guidelines.
- Instructed small groups of students in literacy, math, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, and health topics.
- Utilized evidence-based instructional practices while providing rigorous instruction.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and identify learning gaps.
Infant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Orlando, Florida
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained records of attendance and provided weekly updates to parents regarding their child's activities.
- Ensured safety rules were followed at all times by supervising playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss curriculum plans, student progress, and classroom management strategies.
- Engaged in conversations with infants to encourage language development.
- Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
Jacksonville, Florida
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided guidance to students on proper behavior and social interaction with others in classroom settings.
- Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining accurate documentation of student attendance records as well as incident reports if necessary.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress or any other concerns they may have had.
- Utilized appropriate instructional strategies when presenting material to young learners.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks for preschoolers according to nutritional guidelines.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Duval Charter School at Flagler
Jacksonville, FL
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with school administrators on instructional initiatives, policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and coursework completed by students.
- Incorporated various teaching methods to engage all learners, such as hands-on activities or projects.
- Encouraged students to think critically about their work and ask questions when needed.
Before and After Care Director
Duval Charter School at Flagler Center
Jacksonville , Florida
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Reviewed medical records regularly for accuracy, completeness, timeliness and appropriateness of documentation according to established guidelines.
- Facilitated communication among health professionals, family members and other caregivers to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Assisted in hiring new employees by conducting interviews and orienting new staff members on organizational structure, policies and procedures and job duties.
- Monitored quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident progress, changes in condition or other matters related to their care.
- Fostered positive relationships with local healthcare providers through networking events and seminars.
- Implemented evidence-based practice models that promote best practices in patient safety initiatives.
Custodian
Red Apple Reading
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.
- Performing general maintenance tasks such as painting walls or fixing broken fixtures; changing filters on HVAC units periodically.
- Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations while performing duties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Samuel W. Wolfson High School
Jacksonville, FL06-2013
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Classroom Organization
- Lesson Planning
Certification
- CDA
- 45 DCF Hours
- 40 Hours RBT Training
Education and Training
other
Languages
English
Timeline
Infant Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2025 - Current
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddie Academy
01.2025 - 06.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Foundation Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
12.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Two's Teacher
Kiddie Academy
01.2023 - 11.2023
Infant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
04.2021 - 12.2022
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
07.2020 - 03.2021
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Duval Charter School at Flagler
07.2018 - 06.2020
Before and After Care Director
Duval Charter School at Flagler Center
06.2015 - 06.2018
Custodian
Red Apple Reading
06.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Samuel W. Wolfson High School