Megan Hofe
Philipsburg,PA
Summary
With a proven track record at KinderCare Learning Centers, I excel in fostering educational and nurturing environments for children of all ages. My expertise in creative activity planning and exceptional relationship-building skills have significantly enhanced children's cognitive and emotional development. Demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic, I've consistently achieved positive outcomes in child care and education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Home
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of naptime preparation.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning.
Camp Counselor
KinderCare Learning Centers
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
- Supported campers in realizing their full potential through guidance and encouragement in skill development sessions.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
The Eduplaytion Station
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, maximizing educational opportunities for students.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering open communication regarding child progress and concerns.
- Aided students in developing crucial social skills through interactive playtime and structured activities.
- Improved communication with parents by implementing regular updates on student progress and behavior.
- Streamlined administrative tasks through effective organization and time management techniques.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment, reinforcing daycare safety protocols.
- Supported the lead teacher in monitoring student behavior, enforcing rules and addressing issues as they arose.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily routines by clearly communicating expectations to students and offering guidance as needed.
- Served as a reliable substitute teacher when needed, quickly adapting to various classroom environments and maintaining consistent expectations for student behavior.
- Implemented creative arts-based activities that encouraged self-expression while honing fine motor skills among students.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops to remain current on best practices within early childhood education.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, incorporating props and visuals to capture interest.
- Boosted classroom morale by fostering a positive, inclusive environment for all students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs, ensuring their successful integration into group activities.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Education
High School Diploma -
Philipsburg-Osceola High School
Philipsburg, PA06-2033
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Reading and storytelling
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- CPR training
- Outdoor play supervision
- Activities planning
- Creative activity planning
- School-age child care
- Potty training assistance
- Homework assistance
- Music and dance encouragement
- Academic support
- Creative play
- Routine adherence
- Special needs experience
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Structured routines
- Positive discipline strategies
- Toileting and feeding
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Time management
- Creative thinking
- Child supervision
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Child safety
- Good decision making
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Emotionally supportive
- Age-appropriate recreational activities
- Educational activities
- Homework support and assistance
- Parent interaction
- Boundary setting
- Excellent communication
- Promoting good behavior
Certification
Professional Development Certificate
Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Home
08.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
KinderCare Learning Centers
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Daycare Teacher
The Eduplaytion Station
08.2023 - 06.2024
Professional Development Certificate
Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Philipsburg-Osceola High School
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