Children 6 and up- worked with for 4+ years
Children 0-5 worked with for about 7 months
Skills that i used / maintained while working with said children....
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.