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Leah Warren

Calera

Summary

Dedicated Daycare Teacher with a strong work ethic and proven success in child safety, at HBLA. Successfully enhanced children's social skills through engaging play-based learning and positive reinforcement strategies. Fostered effective parent-teacher communication, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes individual growth and development. Passionate about creating a safe, stimulating atmosphere for young learners.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Self Employed Web
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed.
  • Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Supported diverse learners by adapting teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Cultivated love for reading in children by organizing regular storytime sessions and discussions.

Daycare Teacher

HBLA
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
  • Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering a strong sense of community within the daycare center.
  • Adapted teaching methodologies to suit different learning styles, ensuring all children remained engaged and motivated.
  • Implemented creative learning strategies, significantly increasing children's engagement with educational content.
  • Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play

Education

GED -

Sherman High School
Sherman Texas
04.2018

Skills

  • Time management
  • Child safety
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Lesson planning
  • Strong work ethic
  • Active listener
  • Problem-solving
  • Loves children
  • Child care
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Play-based learning
  • Social skills development

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Self Employed Web
03.2023 - 04.2024

Daycare Teacher

HBLA
06.2022 - 01.2023

GED -

Sherman High School
Leah Warren