Marshayla Washington
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated Daycare Assistant Teacher at SmartyPants, skilled in child development and safety monitoring. Successfully promoted healthy habits and social skills through engaging activities, ensuring a clean and organized environment. Known for patience and empathy, I effectively redirected behavior and supported special needs, fostering a nurturing atmosphere for all children.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant Teacher
SmartyPants
Des Moines, IA
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activities, nutritious snacks, and proper hygiene routines into daily schedules.
Education
Roosevelt High School
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child development
- Outdoor play supervision
- Activities planning
- Safety monitoring
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Classroom management
- Care planning
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
SmartyPants
07.2023 - Current
Roosevelt High School