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Kerene Alexander-Simon

Tampa,FL

Summary

Patient, compassionate caregiver/teacher with 14+ years of experience caring for children ages. Highly skilled in childcare with extensive knowledge of safety precautions; and educational activities to stimulate physical, social, and cognitive development. Organized childcare professional adept at staying organized and managing hectic schedules. Adheres to kind and compassionate approach when dealing with discipline issues. Career history serving individual families with multiple children in both live-in and live-out scenarios.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Ateisha Dopwell 201-993-3942
02.2021 - 06.2023
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
  • Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
  • Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
  • Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
  • Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
  • Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Childcare Provider

Dianne Nicholas 918-431-1592
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Carried out daily activities to meet child's physical and emotional needs from birth
  • Instuct children in health and personal habits,such as eating ,resting,and toilet habits
  • Support children's emotional and social development,encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concept
  • Coordinate trips to local parks,zoos,library and museum
  • Performed light housekeeping duties.
  • Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
  • Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
  • Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
  • Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
  • Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.

School Teacher

Rainbow Junior Academy 473-442-7579
09.2008 - 07.2019
  • Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
  • Implemented positive discipline plan which promote students responsibility, problem solving skills, and student accountability
  • Maintain the children’s schedules and transport them to school, play dates, and extracurricular activities
  • Motivated and challenged students through hands-on experiences and cooperative learning activities in a collaborative environment
  • Ensured that the appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained
  • Fed and managed the wellbeing of the students
  • Engaged in a cheerful learning environment
  • Taught Phonics, Spanish, and Blends that prepared students for the next level.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating project-based learning activities into lesson plans.
  • Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
  • Mentored new teachers to help them acclimate to the school culture and adopt effective teaching strategies.
  • Streamlined grading process by implementing rubrics, which allowed for faster and more accurate assessment of student work.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
  • Increased student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Improved classroom management by setting clear expectations for behavior and implementing consistent consequences for inappropriate actions.
  • Fostered a love of reading in students by creating an engaging classroom library with diverse literature selections and promoting independent reading time.
  • Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by implementing project-based learning activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and after-school clubs, enriching the educational experience for all students.

Ann's Mini Mart Sales Associate

ANN MODESTE 417-458-4124
02.2006 - 06.2008
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Expanded customer base through targeted prospecting and networking efforts.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions and staying current with industry trends.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
  • Exceeded monthly targets by diligently following up on leads and closing deals promptly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grenada Seventh Day Adventist Comprehensive School
Mt. Rose , St. Patrick's Grenada
06.2005

Skills

  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken
  • Strong communication skills
  • Adaptability and calm in difficult situations
  • High energy and creativity when planning activities
  • Trustworthy and professional
  • Trained in redirection and positive discipline
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Homework Assistance
  • Schedule Management

Certifications Training

  • Certification in Early Childhood Education.
  • Certification in Oil, Crops and Food Processing – Republic of China.
  • Certification in Conscious Discipline - St George's University.
  • Leader of Brownies Girls Club & 4H Club.

Timeline

Babysitter

Ateisha Dopwell 201-993-3942
02.2021 - 06.2023

Childcare Provider

Dianne Nicholas 918-431-1592
10.2019 - 02.2020

School Teacher

Rainbow Junior Academy 473-442-7579
09.2008 - 07.2019

Ann's Mini Mart Sales Associate

ANN MODESTE 417-458-4124
02.2006 - 06.2008

High School Diploma -

Grenada Seventh Day Adventist Comprehensive School

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