Madison Beldon
Preschool/Kindergarten Aid
Yorkville,IL
Summary
Gentle Assistant Preschool Teacher experienced in cultivating healthy and welcoming learning environments. Effectively builds rapport with children, parents and educational providers to support seamless preschool functions. Genuine and patient with calming and pragmatic demeanor. Looking to tackle new responsibilities working with children. Competent at providing quality preschool education to children of all backgrounds and learning levels. Sound knowledge of child safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Grace Holistic Center For Education
Yorkville, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Created portfolios to showcase progress of each child
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Daycare Teacher
Children Of America
Yorkville, IL
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn
Yorkville, IL
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked on cleaning team to service hotels, offices and other commercial buildings.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions for hand-washing and dry cleaning.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Slid beds, sofas and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Cleaned elevators, glass and planters in public areas.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yorkville High School
Yorkville, IL 08.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts For Teaching - Teacher Education
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL 10.2020 - Current
Skills
Play-based instruction
Excellent Communication
Group and individual instruction
Classroom management
Early Childhood Education
Structured play knowledge
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts For Teaching - Teacher Education
Waubonsee Community College
10.2020 - Current
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Grace Holistic Center For Education
08.2020 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Children Of America
10.2019 - 08.2020
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn
11.2018 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Yorkville High School
08.2016 - 11.2019