Maya Gyamfi
West Des Moines
Summary
Dedicated child care professional with 2 years of experience as a nanny, skilled in planning and executing engaging activities. Expertise in establishing and following schedules that enhance children's learning experiences. Focused on creating a supportive and structured atmosphere for children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
A Child’s World
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized support to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate developmental milestones and address concerns.
- Organized activities that promoted physical health and creative expression among students.
- Maintained classroom organization and ensured safety protocols were followed consistently.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Summer Nanny
The Miller Family
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
- Engaged with children to create nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Organized activities to promote children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, such as preparing nutritious meals, tidying bedrooms, dusting and sanitizing play areas.
Education
Business Management - Business Management
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IASkills
- Academic support
- Activities Planning
- Social integration
- Behavior modification
- First aid and CPR certified
- Activity and Event Planning
- Effective team leader
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Friendly
- Superior communication skills
- Emotionally supportive
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
LANGUAGES
English: Full Professional
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
A Child’s World
08.2023 - Current
Summer Nanny
The Miller Family
06.2019 - 08.2020
Business Management - Business Management
University of Northern Iowa
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