Kimberly Ellerbee
Lagrange,GA
Summary
Experienced, professional childcare provider who is seeking a position in a Christ-centered setting to teach and provide a safe, loving, fun, and caring environment for young children. Compassionate Assistant Pre-K Teacher with a background in early childhood education. Experienced in creating engaging lesson plans, fostering nurturing classroom environments, and supporting the cognitive and social-emotional development of young learners. Strengths include communication skills, creativity, patience, and a strong passion for child development. Previous roles demonstrate significant contributions to classroom management and positive student engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Fayette Early Learning Academy
Peachtree City, GA
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in creating engaging lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Managed classroom materials and resources to maintain an organized learning environment.
- Supported children during playtime, encouraging cooperation and communication skills.
- Collaborated with parents to share progress and address concerns effectively.
- Managed daily operations of the classroom such as attendance taking, snack distribution, lesson plan execution.
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Point Child Care #28
Newnan, GA
10.2018 - 05.2025
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students, including those with special needs or disabilities.
- Attended staff meetings to assess ways to improve performance.
- Assisted lead teacher in creating engaging lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Supported children during playtime, encouraging cooperation and communication skills.
- Observed student interactions to identify individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents to share progress and address concerns effectively.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Managed daily operations of the classroom such as attendance taking, snack distribution, lesson plan execution.
Lead Teacher
Cokes Chapel Child Care Center
Sharpsburg, GA
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Lead teacher in the two-year-old class. Lead all daily activities in the class, including art, reading, music, and movement.
- Guided classroom activities to foster social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning at home.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management techniques and curriculum implementation.
- Organized activities to promote the physical, mental, and social development of each child.
- Cared for all infants' daily needs in the baby room.
Lead Teacher
ABC Early Childhood Learning Center
Stockbridge, GA
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Attended seminars with the daycare team to improve our training and experience.
- Guided classroom activities to foster social and emotional development.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Created various strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.
Daytime Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Stockbridge, GA
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in accordance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the register.
- I resolved customer complaints quickly to make sure they were satisfied.
Preschool Teacher/After School Caregiver
Palmetto Kids Daycare
North, SC
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Prepared meals and snacks for the children.
- Fostered a nurturing environment encouraging social and emotional growth.
- Implemented daily activities promoting physical and cognitive development.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child progress and needs.
- Organized age-appropriate materials and resources for learning activities.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Store Associate
R&J Drugstore
North, SC
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Assisted in filling prescriptions.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized merchandise displays.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and efficiently resolved issues.
- Educated customers on health products and promotions available in-store.
Daytime Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Peachtree City, GA
05.2003 - 05.2007
- Assisted customers with orders and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Prepared food items according to safety and quality standards.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the register.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store with friendly demeanor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ellerbee Academy/Home School
Sharpsburg, GA05.2001
Skills
- Experienced in working with and teaching children of various ages
- Familiar with all areas of care offered in a daycare setting
- Familiar with the codes and procedures required for working with children
- Excellent communication skills with children
- Team collaboration
- Cared for three children as a nanny for a year
- Volunteered as an assistant in a private school
- Active CDA, first aid, and CPR
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Child development
- Parent communication
References
Amy Williams, Owner/Lead Teacher, Palmetto Kids Daycare, 803-247-5995
Certification
CDA
Timeline
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Fayette Early Learning Academy
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Point Child Care #28
10.2018 - 05.2025
Lead Teacher
Cokes Chapel Child Care Center
09.2014 - 10.2018
Lead Teacher
ABC Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2013 - 09.2014
Daytime Team Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2012 - 10.2013
Preschool Teacher/After School Caregiver
Palmetto Kids Daycare
03.2009 - 05.2012
Store Associate
R&J Drugstore
03.2008 - 03.2009
Daytime Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2003 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Ellerbee Academy/Home School