Mickaela Jackson

• Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
• Assisted in the planning and implementation of activities to engage toddlers in learning experiences.
• Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children of various ages.
• Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
• Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
• Kept detailed documentation regarding each child's behavior throughout the day.
• Supervised and interacted with toddlers during free play, meal times, and nap time.
• Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
• Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
• Ensured that all toys and equipment were clean before use by toddlers.

I ensure that the classroom is a safe and clean environment by sanitizing toys and other materials used by the children and staff on a daily basis.

Assist in maintaining a positive classroom environment with the use of positive reinforcements, and upholding standards.

Apply play-based strategies.

Modeled appropriate activities and positive behavior management.

Assist children in personal and healthy habits, such as toileting, handwashing, hygiene, and resting.

Conducted objective observations and assessments of infants and toddlers at the micro level, systematically documenting developmental progress to inform individualized lesson planning and support milestone achievement.

• Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
• Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
• Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
• Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
• Supervised small group activities.
• Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
• Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.