Megan Capps
Norwalk,IA
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with a focus on infant development. Noted for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. Utilize skills in educational assistance and emotional support to foster positive and nurturing atmosphere. Proven track record in improving student progress through individualized instruction and effective communication, leading to significant behavioral and academic improvements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Carlisle Public School Dist
Carlisle, IA
10.2024 - Current
Toddler Teacher
As We Grow Childcare
Johnston, IA
07.2024 - 10.2024
Infant Teacher
Traditions Children's Center
Johnston, IA
01.2024 - 04.2024
In-Home Nanny
Michelle Mayer
Perry, OK
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
Infant Teacher
Tender Years Learning Center
Ankeny, IA
10.2009 - 12.2010
Assistant Manager
Quiznos
West Des Moines, IA
06.2007 - 08.2007
CNA
Monticello Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Monticello, IA
04.2001 - 08.2001
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
GED - Early Childhood Education
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05.2001
NA - Nursing
Grand View University
Des Moines, IANA - Early Childhood Education
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IASkills
- Educational assistance
- Reading support
- IEP compliance
- Documentation
- Parent communication
- Computer skills
- Safety
- Student records management
- Head start programs
- Effective communication
- Teacher assistance
- Patient
- Disability awareness
- Friendly and outgoing
- Instructional support
- Activity implementation
- Skill building support
- Individual instruction
- Learning strategies
- Academic tutoring
- Student accommodation
- Emotional support
- Study skills development
- Teacher support
- Small group and individual assistance
- After-school programs
- Group and individual instruction
- Student health and safety
- Assessment administration
- Social integration
- Behavior management
- Multicultural awareness
- Behavior improvements
- Progress monitoring
- Group facilitation
- Activity planning
- Child development certification
- Small group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Transition planning
- Elementary education
- Social development and integration
- Helping students with special needs
- First aid and CPR certified
- Crisis management
- Reading and writing support
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Individual student assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Child development
- Supervising student activities
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized educational plans
- Special education
- Skill building
- Literacy support
- Educational support
- Mathematics instruction
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- CPR and first aid
- Schedule management
- Classroom organization
- Student supervision
- Crisis intervention
- Organization and prioritization
- Special education support
- Enrichment activities
- Teacher support and collaboration
- IEP implementation
- Relationship building
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Storytelling
- Social support
- Classroom support
- Arts and crafts
Certification
First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Carlisle Public School Dist
10.2024 - Current
Toddler Teacher
As We Grow Childcare
07.2024 - 10.2024
Infant Teacher
Traditions Children's Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
In-Home Nanny
Michelle Mayer
06.2019 - 08.2021
Infant Teacher
Tender Years Learning Center
10.2009 - 12.2010
Assistant Manager
Quiznos
06.2007 - 08.2007
CNA
Monticello Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2001 - 08.2001
GED - Early Childhood Education
Kirkwood Community College
NA - Nursing
Grand View University
NA - Early Childhood Education
Des Moines Area Community College