Makayala Dodson
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Indianapolis
04.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Facilitated daily activities to foster children's social and emotional development.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among children.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and development goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Education
Northern Potter
Ulysses, PASkills
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Classroom management
- Developmental assessment
- Parent collaboration
- Group activities
- Child engagement
- Calm and patient
- Parent-teacher communication
- Inclusive lesson adaptation
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
04.2024 - Current
Northern Potter