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
2013.01 - 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
2012.01 - 2013.01
- 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
2011.01 - 2012.01
- 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
2009.01 - 2011.01
- 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, LA2012-05
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
2013.01 - Current
Party Planner Assistant
Gattitown
2012.01 - 2013.01
File Clerk
Cardiologist Specialist of Acadiana
2011.01 - 2012.01
Cashier
McDonalds
2009.01 - 2011.01
High school Diploma -
Lafayette High School