Malia Murphy
Winter Garden,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator and team player with proven expertise in Early Childhood Education and classroom management. At Bright Horizons, facilitated a three-year-old classroom for some years working closely with families in aiding them in their child's development. Skilled in Microsoft 365 and adept at creating organized, interactive environments that promote each child's growth and development. Organized, detail-oriented and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple projects with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
05.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed curriculum with each child in mind.
- Maintained an organized, clean, and labeled classroom environment.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse discovery driven approaches to learning.
- Supported staff and community outreach through joining Better Together group.
- Assisted training in new technology throughout the center.
- Aided in beginning stages of the NAEYC Accreditation process.
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
Justice Clothing Store
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a positive customer experience.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled high volume transactions during peak periods without compromising service quality or accuracy.
- Operated POS terminals and cash drawer balancing.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Little Trojan's Academy (volunteer)
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2024
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Microsoft 365
Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition (2021, renewed 2024)
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross
- Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential - University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
05.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
Justice Clothing Store
11.2019 - 12.2020
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Little Trojan's Academy (volunteer)
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition (2021, renewed 2024)
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross
- Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential - University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Florida International University
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
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