Morgan Porter
Gorham,ME
Summary
Highly motivated employee with strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Devoted to delivering positive and memorable customer experiences. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Building Blocks Learning Center
South Portland, ME
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Assisted in planning, implementing and supervising age-appropriate activities for children ages 4 to 6.
- Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Provided positive guidance to help children develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, imaginative play and music activities.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress throughout the school year.
- Supervised outdoor activities such as sports, playground games and field trips.
- Monitored student behavior both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Implemented appropriate discipline strategies when needed.
- Assessed student performance using a variety of formal and informal methods.
- Provided feedback on student work in an encouraging manner.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials are available at all times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to food handling, sanitation, fire prevention.
- Kept up-to-date records of students' attendance, behavior and academic progress.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans that promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
PCA
Frances Warde Convent
Portland, ME
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scarborough High School
Scarborough, ME06-2015
Skills
- Multitasking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Child development support
- Care management
- Meal Preparation
- Activity Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early childhood knowledge
- Behavior management techniques
- Special needs experience
- Early Childhood Education
- Toilet training
- Positive Reinforcement
- Patient Companionship
- Emotional companionship
- Emotional Support
- Patient assistance
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Building Blocks Learning Center
08.2017 - 03.2021
PCA
Frances Warde Convent
08.2014 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Scarborough High School
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