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Lisanna Wilcox
Sterling,CO
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sunshine Childcare Center at NJCSterling, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
09.2023 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues
- Incorporated sign language into daily routines in order to foster communication skills among nonverbal toddlers
- Implemented effective discipline techniques while ensuring respect for each child's individuality and self-esteem
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom
- Ensured compliance with state regulations pertaining to health care policies such as immunization requirements
- Facilitated small group activities designed for developing problem solving skills, cooperative interaction skills
- Assisted in potty training young children when needed
- Provided support for children who had difficulty adjusting socially or emotionally within the group setting
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual needs in order to maximize learning potentials
- Monitored toddlers' behavior closely to ensure safety at all times
- Participated in professional development workshops related to early childhood education best practices
- Provided individual attention to each toddler through one-on-one instruction during playtime and circle time activities
- Developed and implemented a variety of age-appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in toddlers
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly regarding their child's progress and responding promptly to any questions or concerns they had
- Attended professional development workshops related to early childhood education topics
- Created an environment that was conducive for learning by implementing classroom rules and providing structure throughout the day
Self-employedSterling, CO
Family Friend and Neighbor Home Provider
01.2018 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Monitor each child's progress and discuss any issues with parents or guardians as necessary
- Carry out daily routines including feeding, bathing and changing diapers of infants
- Develop positive relationships with parents by communicating regularly regarding their child's well-being and development progress
- Supervise outdoor activities such as walks or playground visits ensuring safety at all times
- Participate in community events related to early childhood education
- Ensure that all safety and hygiene standards are met at all times
- Provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children in my care
- Enforce discipline methods consistent with parents' guidelines while providing guidance on proper behavior
- Keep up to date on current childcare practices by attending workshops or seminars when available
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Small World Christian ChildcareSterling, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
09.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Communicated effectively with staff members regarding individual needs of toddlers in the program
- Participated in team meetings designed to share best practices related to toddler caregiving techniques
- Directed and supervised toddler activities, providing guidance to ensure safety
- Developed and fostered positive relationships with parents of toddlers in the program
- Provided a safe learning environment for toddlers by monitoring their behavior and intervening when necessary
- Managed classroom supplies inventory, ensuring adequate materials were available at all times
- Implemented discipline policies consistently while maintaining positive relationships with all children
- Assisted families in finding resources needed to meet their specific needs related to childcare services
Haxtun Community Childcare CenterHaxtun, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
11.2015 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Certification
Large Center Director
PDIS 3.0 Level 4
Pyramid Plus Approach
Expanding Quality in Infant-Toddler Care Initiative
Education
Northeastern Junior CollegeSterling, CO
from Early Childhood Education
09.2009 - Current
University Overview
Northeastern Junior CollegeSterling, CO
Certificate from Cosmetology
08.2010 - 06.2011
University Overview
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Child development expertise
- Special needs support
- Positive reinforcement
- Age-appropriate activities
- Classroom organization
- Social-emotional learning
- Progress reporting
- First aid training
- Parental communication
- Behavior management techniques
- Adept at working with special needs children
- At-home daycare specialist
- Lesson planning
- Reliable
- Problem-solving
- Approachable
- Health and safety
- Child safety procedures
- Decision-making
- Strong work ethic
- Emotionally supportive
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Efficient under pressure
Availability
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Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Sunshine Childcare Center at NJC
09.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Toddler Teacher
Small World Christian Childcare
09.2019 - 03.2020
Family Friend and Neighbor Home Provider
Self-employed
01.2018 - 08.2023
Lead Toddler Teacher
Haxtun Community Childcare Center
11.2015 - 02.2016
Northeastern Junior College
Certificate from Cosmetology
08.2010 - 06.2011
Northeastern Junior College
from Early Childhood Education
09.2009 - Current
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