MICHELLE JENKINS
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
I do hold my Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Learning Jungle
West Sacramento, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Mentored new teaching staff in effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
- Organized parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Evaluated educational materials for effectiveness, recommending updates based on children's developmental needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Preschool Teacher
Merryhill Preschool
Sacramento, CA
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Infant Teacher
Art Beast
SACRAMENTO, CA
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Established healthy routines such as naps, meals, and playtime, while ensuring consistency throughout the day.
- Collaborated effectively with other teachers, staff members, parents and guardians. to ensure quality care for all infants.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development while establishing positive relationships with children and families.
Preschool Teacher
Child Time
Sacramento, CA
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support individual child development goals and progress.
- Assessed student performance regularly, adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Organized educational activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and safety standards for preschool operations.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
Preschool Teacher
Goddard School
Rancho Cordova, CA
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood development.
- Fostered positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to create a supportive learning environment.
- Observed and assessed children's progress, providing tailored feedback to enhance individual learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum enhancements that aligned with educational standards.
- Managed classroom activities, ensuring safety protocols were consistently followed during play and learning sessions.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare
Elk Grove, CA
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Created a positive learning environment that fostered growth and development.
- Applied patience and understanding when dealing with challenging student behavior.
- Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming.
- Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure student success.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians regarding their child’s progress, behavior issues or other concerns.
- Helped children develop cognitive skills through reading books and fingerplay.
- Organized activities such as games, art projects, dramatic play, music and stories.
Infant Teacher
Milestone
Sacramento, CA
02.2013 - 07.2015
- Established healthy routines such as naps, meals, and playtime, while ensuring consistency throughout the day.
- Collaborated effectively with other teachers, staff members, parents and guardians. to ensure quality care for all infants.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development while establishing positive relationships with children and families.
- Provided a safe environment for the children by adhering to all health and safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, incidents, and daily activities.
- Assisted with diaper changing duties as needed while monitoring the cleanliness of the classroom.
- Adapted teaching strategies based on individual developmental levels of each child in the classroom setting.
- Planned weekly lesson plans according to curriculum standards established by school district policies.
- Encouraged language development through verbal interaction and reading stories aloud.
- Employed creative teaching methods to engage young learners in meaningful learning experiences.
- Created an environment that promoted respect for diversity among peers and adults alike.
Associate Teacher
Kinder World
US
02.2013 - 06.2013
- I assisted and supported the lead teacher in the classroom.
- I was responsible for my own lesson plans and D.R.D.P.s, diaper changing, cleaning/sanitation, circle time, as well as leading the class when the lead teacher was away from the classroom.
- When the ratio was low, I was moved into a preschool-aged class to help out.
- Established healthy routines such as naps, meals, and playtime, while ensuring consistency throughout the day.
- Collaborated effectively with other teachers, staff members, parents, and guardians. To ensure quality care for all infants.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development while establishing positive relationships with children and families.
- Provided a safe environment for the children by adhering to all health and safety regulations.
- Explored new topics through hands-on learning experiences.
Infant Teacher
Caring Connection
Sacramento, CA
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Established healthy routines such as naps, meals, and playtime, while ensuring consistency throughout the day.
- Collaborated effectively with other teachers, staff members, parents and guardians. to ensure quality care for all infants.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Observed and evaluated children’s performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities and safety.
- Facilitated reading groups and activities to encourage inclusive and engaged learning.
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration.
Warehouse Sorter
Walgreens Warehouse
US
07.2011 - 08.2011
- Performed daily cycle counts to ensure accuracy of warehouse stock levels.
- Processed orders quickly and efficiently with a focus on accuracy.
- Developed efficient methods of organizing products in the warehouse based on usage frequency.
- Accurately sorted and labeled incoming shipments according to company standards.
Caregiver
In Home Care
US
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Performed general cleaning duties such as vacuuming, dusting, washing windows and mopping floors.
- Anticipated and resolved basic client needs or issues that arose regarding patient and client experience.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, meal preparation and grocery shopping.
- Helped clients with daily tasks, such as laundry, housekeeping, and shopping.
- Assisted residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs, using safe lifting and transferring techniques.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients, adapting to their individual needs and preferences.
Barista
Starbucks Coffee
US
04.2006 - 03.2007
- Operated cash registers and handled cash and card transactions.
- Assisted with opening and closing tasks such as cleaning cafe areas or setting up displays.
- Welcomed customers and answered questions regarding menu items and preparation methods.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills while interacting with customers and coworkers in a professional manner.
- Cleaned and restocked dining room and bar areas and performed dishwashing and sanitation tasks.
- Prepared teas, hot chocolate, and other non-coffee drinks for customers.
- Managed inventory levels through regular cycle counts to ensure adequate supply levels.
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and other beverages.
- Provided customers with product details, coffee blends, and preparation descriptions.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Cosumes River College
Sacramento, CASkills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Learning Jungle
05.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Merryhill Preschool
12.2024 - 05.2025
Infant Teacher
Art Beast
03.2023 - 07.2023
Preschool Teacher
Child Time
03.2022 - 12.2022
Preschool Teacher
Goddard School
05.2021 - 09.2021
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare
05.2018 - 01.2020
Infant Teacher
Milestone
02.2013 - 07.2015
Associate Teacher
Kinder World
02.2013 - 06.2013
Infant Teacher
Caring Connection
02.2012 - 12.2012
Warehouse Sorter
Walgreens Warehouse
07.2011 - 08.2011
Caregiver
In Home Care
04.2010 - 12.2010
Barista
Starbucks Coffee
04.2006 - 03.2007
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Cosumes River College