Murlena Williams
Early Childhood Educator
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Experienced early childhood professional with 15 years of hands-on experience in various environments. Dedicated educator focused on helping children develop their social, academic, and creative abilities for overall well-being and progress. Deep understanding of developmental milestones and engaging activities. Strong communication and observational skills. Efficiently manages day-to-day activities while actively seeking opportunities to make a positive impact. Committed to supporting emotional, social, and academic development of young children by creating safe and nurturing environments. Seeking to complement education-based strategies with techniques that promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Episcopal Children's Services
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Supported children during transitions between activities or environments by providing clear instructions and guidance as needed.
GSR
Nothing Bundt Cakes
04.2019 - 12.2022
- Keep the front of the house clean and neat providing an inviting atmosphere for guests
- Develop and maintain excellent knowledge of our products and services to assist guests that come into the bakery and by phone
- Make suggestions of products based on the guests needs, maintain appropriate levels of products in the case throughout the day, take orders
- Make crafts, bows, and flags according to company standards
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Teacher
Bright Horizons
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Teach basic skills such as colors, shapes, numbers, and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Follow and maintain excellent knowledge of organization, cleaning, sanitation, and safety prevention protocols
- Designing and following a full schedule of activities and discover suitable teaching material
- Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action
- Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child's abilities
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Built and maintained productive relationships between students, teachers and parents.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ribault High School
JacksonvilleSkills
- Attentive
- Active Listening
- Dependable
- Time Management
- Multi-Task
- Classroom Management
- Literacy development
- Positive Learning Environment
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Classroom Organization
- Toileting and feeding
- Observational skills
- Play-Based Learning
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Episcopal Children's Services
08.2022 - 10.2024
GSR
Nothing Bundt Cakes
04.2019 - 12.2022
Teacher
Bright Horizons
01.2010 - 01.2013
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
01.2008 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Ribault High School
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Managed classroom of 8 children ages 1 to 3, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Achieved top results by completing LENA with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised groups of up to 8 children from three months to 1 year of age.
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