Mercedes Boutiette
Holyoke,MA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate worker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Toddler Preschool Assistant Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Assistant Infant Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Crew Member and Shift Leader
Dunkin' Donuts
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Distributed necessary tasks and duties during each shift.
- Supervised team members and oversaw effective and efficient completion of job duties.
- Quickly and efficiently resolved complaints and escalated issues.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MANorthampton High School
Northampton, MA06.2015
Skills
- Learning Assessment Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Background in Education
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Skills
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
09.2020 - Current
Toddler Preschool Assistant Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
01.2018 - 09.2020
Assistant Infant Teacher
Peanuts Daycare
08.2016 - 01.2018
Crew Member and Shift Leader
Dunkin' Donuts
03.2013 - 08.2016
Early Childhood Education
Holyoke Community College
Northampton High School