Lanayia Shaw
Detroit,MI
Summary
Energetic Lead Childcare Teacher skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships. Adept at designing engaging activities, supervising assistant teachers, and maintaining high-quality care standards while preparing children for preschool success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Klub
Rochester Hills, MI
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address student needs and promote a supportive learning environment.
- Analyzed student progress data to refine instructional strategies for improved academic performance.
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Tree
Livonia, MI
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported lead teacher with classroom management, instruction, and child care.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Aided students in developing crucial social skills through interactive playtime and structured activities.
Orthopedic Technician
Becker Orthopedics
Troy, MI
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed specifications and provided technical input and support to footwear.
- Aimed to achieve consistent product quality across production methods, product function, sizing and fit.
- Handled tools and machinery with caution and precision to avoid costly mistakes and safety accidents.
- Maintained consistent work environment, overseeing intricate daily tasks with minimal supervision.
- Maintained organized, neat workspace and removed all waste and debris to promote efficiency and optimal productivity.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and business reputation by fabricating orthotics and prosthetic limbs and meeting or exceeding company process standards.
- Determined most appropriate materials to be used in creating patient prosthetic limbs based on careful reviews of order specifications and patient medical histories.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Assistant Teacher
Baby University
Saint Clair Shores, MI
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Oversaw children in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported children physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept children engaged with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily children intake and dismissal.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Kept records of children progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Monitored and reported children progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School
Saint Clair Shores, MISkills
- Child safety
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Lesson planning
- Strong work ethic
- Active listener
- Problem-solving
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Emotionally supportive
- First aid training
- Positive reinforcement
- Infant care
- Classroom management
Certification
CDA Certified
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Klub
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Tree
04.2024 - 07.2025
Orthopedic Technician
Becker Orthopedics
07.2022 - 12.2023
Assistant Teacher
Baby University
08.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School