Kia Archibald
Archibald_kia@yahoo.com,AL
Summary
Dynamic Childcare Educator with a proven track record at Hightown Academy, skilled in developing individualized learning plans and fostering social-emotional skills. Adept at mentoring peers and enhancing classroom management, I create engaging, inclusive environments that promote child development and strong parent communication. Passionate about nurturing young minds through innovative, hands-on activities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Hightown Academy
Northport
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging educational activities for diverse age groups.
- Assisted in implementing individualized learning plans to support developmental goals.
- Monitored children's progress and provided feedback to parents and guardians.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Childcare Teacher
Christian Community Learning Center
Tuscaloosa
04.2018 - 2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster child development and learning outcomes.
- Implemented daily activities that promote physical, emotional, and social skills in children.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment for optimal learning experiences.
- Monitored children's behavior to ensure adherence to safety guidelines and encourage positive interactions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and developmental milestones.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual needs of children.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance classroom activities and engagement.
Childcare Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
Vance, AL
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with colleagues to design inclusive programs that support all children's growth and education.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Correspondent School
Skills
- Child development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized learning plans
- Parent communication
- Social-emotional skills development
- Mentorship and training
- Observation and evaluation
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Hightown Academy
04.2025 - Current
Childcare Teacher
Christian Community Learning Center
04.2018 - 2023
Childcare Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
03.2017 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Correspondent School