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Kira Richard

Kira Richard

Lafayette

Summary

Professional childcare educator with extensive experience in creating supportive and stimulating learning environments for children. Known for fostering positive relationships with both children and parents while ensuring collaborative and results-driven approach. Proficient in early childhood education techniques and adaptable to diverse learning needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare teacher

Creative Learning Preschool INC
01.2013 - Current
  • Planned and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. Supervised and ensured the safety and well-being of children in a classroom. Maintained a clean, organized, and engaging learning environment that fostered creativity and exploration. Observed and documented children’s development, behavior and progress, communicated regularly with parents and guardians. Supported children with daily routines including meals, hygiene, naps, and playtime. Followed all health, safety, and licensing regulations, including emergency procedures and sanitation protocols. Promoted positive behavior and guided conflict resolution using age-appropriate techniques.

Party Planner Assistant

Gattitown
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assisted with planning logistics and helped prepare event materials such as place cards, signage, and décor. Conducted post-event cleanup and assisted with organizing feedback.

File Clerk

Cardiologist Specialist of Acadiana
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Organized, sorted, and filed physical documents to ensure efficient retrieval and data accuracy. Maintained confidentiality and security of sensitive information in accordance with company policies. Retrieved files and responded to document requests from staff and management in a timely manner. Monitored office supplies related to filing and requested replenishments as needed.

Cashier

McDonalds
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Greeted customers with a friendly and professional attitude to ensure a positive dining experience. Accurately took food and beverage orders in person and via drive-thru using POS system. Handled cash, credit card and provided correct change. Maintained a clean and organized front counter, dining area, and beverage station. Followed all food safety and hygiene standards as per company and health department regulations.

Education

High school Diploma -

Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA
05-2012

Skills

  • Effective problem resolution
  • Thoroughness in task execution
  • Flexible problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Consistent work performance
  • Effective time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Child development
  • Classroom organization
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Group instruction

Certification

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential 2016

Timeline

Childcare teacher

Creative Learning Preschool INC
01.2013 - Current

Party Planner Assistant

Gattitown
01.2012 - 01.2013

File Clerk

Cardiologist Specialist of Acadiana
01.2011 - 01.2012

Cashier

McDonalds
01.2009 - 01.2011

High school Diploma -

Lafayette High School