Kristine Yager
St. Peter's Childcare Center
Westlake
23
years of professional experience
Dedicated Toddler Teacher experienced in curriculum planning and fostering nurturing environments. Enhanced children's cognitive and emotional development through engaging lesson plans and individualized instruction. Focused on collaboration and communication to create safe, engaging learning spaces for toddlers.
Work History
Toddler Teacher
3 Years 10 Months- Fostered a nurturing environment encouraging exploration and creativity among toddlers.
- Implemented daily routines enhancing children's emotional development and security.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans promoting cognitive and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure effective communication regarding child progress.
- Evaluated children's developmental milestones and adjusted activities accordingly for optimal learning.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child's needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
Floater Teacher
2 Years 10 Months- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans.
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Assisted in classroom management, ensuring safety and adherence to educational standards.
- Fostered positive learning environments for diverse groups of children across multiple classrooms.
Lead Toddler Teacher
7 Years 5 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for toddlers, fostering early childhood development.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring safe and nurturing learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual needs and progress in developmental milestones.
- Mentored junior teachers, promoting best practices in toddler education and classroom management.
- Organized educational materials and resources, optimizing classroom organization for effective learning experiences.
- Conducted regular assessments of curriculum effectiveness, driving continuous improvement in teaching strategies.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
Assistant Toddler Teacher
5 Years- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective communication and nurturing interactions with toddlers.
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans that promote developmental milestones for children.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance to ensure safety and adherence to classroom rules.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing engaging educational materials and resources.
- Developed strategies for individual learning needs, adapting approaches to support diverse learners effectively.
- Organized age-appropriate activities that stimulated cognitive, social, and emotional growth among toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to share updates on child progress and address any concerns or questions.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Curriculum design
Group instruction
Age-appropriate activities
Circle time facilitation
Progress reporting
Record keeping
Classroom organization
Circle time management
Parent communication
Positive reinforcement
Social development
Nutrition
Timeline
Toddler Teacher
St. Peter's Childcare Center
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
Floater Teacher
Rockport Early Education Center
05.2017 - 03.2020Read More
Lead Toddler Teacher
St. Peter's Childcare Center
01.2009 - 06.2016Read More
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Fairview Park Early Education Learning Center
01.2004 - 01.2009Read More
Fairview Park High School
High School Diploma
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