Kinsley Pesnell
Acworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Services Caseworker Internship
Haralson County DFCS
Haralson County
05.2024 - Current
Infant Nanny
Care.com Inc
Acworth, GA
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Enhanced infant development by creating age-appropriate activities tailored to each child''s needs and interests.
- Provided a nurturing environment for infants, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Supported parents in implementing routines and schedules, leading to increased consistency and predictability for the infant.
- Fostered strong parent-nanny relationships through open communication, trust, and professionalism.
Afternoon Daycare Teacher
First Baptist Wee Care
Jacksonville, AL
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Receptionist
Haralson County Sheriff's Office
Bremen, GA
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct officers.
Afternoon Daycare Teacher
Millienum Academy
Bremen, GA
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Education
Bachelor - Human Services
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GAHigh School Diploma -
Bremen High School
Bremen, GASkills
- Parent Communication
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Emergency Procedures
- Infant Care
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- No Child Left Behind Requirement
- Child CPR
Accomplishments
- Received Employee of the month in 2018.
Employee of the Month at past daycare
Each month a different co-worker was recognized for going above and beyond at the job,and picking up where it is needed.
Timeline
Child Protective Services Caseworker Internship
Haralson County DFCS
05.2024 - Current
Infant Nanny
Care.com Inc
09.2023 - 04.2024
Afternoon Daycare Teacher
First Baptist Wee Care
02.2021 - 05.2022
Receptionist
Haralson County Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 06.2021
Afternoon Daycare Teacher
Millienum Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor - Human Services
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma -
Bremen High School