Megan Erickson
Lake Crystal,MN
Summary
Nurturing Lead Infant Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in early childhood education, infant CPR and first aid, and developmental milestone tracking. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring thriving learning environments for infants.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Our Little World
Mankato, MN
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of children's growth and developmental achievements.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals served, naps taken. for each child.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for infants that incorporated both physical and cognitive activities.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Engaged with parents to discuss children's behaviors and well-being, fostering a supportive home-school connection.
- Created positive relationships with families by establishing open communication channels between home and school environments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for new students by developing tailored plans addressing their unique needs.
- Provided a safe, nurturing environment in which children could learn and grow.
- Provided comfort and support during times of distress or illness.
- Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
- Monitored each infant's growth and development on an individual basis.
Cashier
Hyvee
Mankato, MN
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Process customer transactions efficiently at checkout stations.
- Maintain accurate cash drawer and handle cash, credit, and gift card payments.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Uphold cleanliness and safety standards in the checkout area for customer satisfaction.
- Assist in stocking shelves and maintaining store organization for a pleasant shopping experience.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth store operations during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Executed various tasks as required by management as assigned by management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
South Central College
Mankato, MNSkills
- Infant care techniques
- Childcare expertise
- Child development
- Diaper changing
- Feeding assistance
- Health and safety
- CPR and first aid
- Classroom organization
- Documentation skills
- Record keeping
- Teacher communication
- Parent communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Organization skills
- Team collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Child safety procedures
- Social skills development
- Communication skills
- Friendly and likeable
- Reliable
- Strong work ethic
- Reliable
Trainings through childcare
- 144 hours of online training classes
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Our Little World
08.2019 - Current
Cashier
Hyvee
08.2017 - 10.2019
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
South Central College