Lauren Joynton

Childcare Taker/Childcare Educator

Cathie and Daniel Olson

The Woodlands, TX

08.1998 - 12.2006

Attended workshops and training sessions related to childcare education and best practices.
Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
Modified tutoring strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
Planned and implemented engaging and creative activities fostering children's holistic development.
Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
Facilitated development of practical competencies essential for self-reliance and strategic thinking.
Created and introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore, stimulate their minds and develop individuality.
Enhanced emotional and social growth of children with tailored communication methods, suggestions for kindness and affirmations to encourage a healthy self-esteem.
Produced interactive educational content for children's development throughout daily activities.
Fostered open and effective communication with parents regarding their children's development and daily activities, behaviors/attitudes and any concerns I observe.
Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning, daily functioning and individual development.
Guided young learners through foundational skills in recognizing colors, identifying shapes and learning letters.
Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems that I promptly reported to parents/guardians.
Organized and implemented age appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, intellectual development of the children.
Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to motivate and encourage children's learning and behavior modification, if necessary.
Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
Resolved behavior issues and conflicts among participants, facilitating productive conversations and developing atmosphere of mutual respect.
Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Established direct lines of communication with parents, notifying of concerning behavior or health issues.
Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
Provided guidance and support when required for special needs children enrolled in program.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on lessons or modified teaching strategies for home assignments to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Developed and implemented daily routines such as snack time, dinner, outdoor playtime, leisurely activities and nap time to gain trust and security in what to expect when they are in my care.
Provided educational and interactive activities for children aged 2-5 years old in accordance with expectations for developmental stage.
Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.