Pearl Penkert
North Mankato,MN
Summary
Dedicated teacher with experience in lesson planning, classroom management, and emotional support. Committed to creating a supporting environment that encourages child development and engages families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Peter Pan Preschool
North Mankato, MN
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, creating trust and a welcoming environment within the classroom.
- Helped maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Improved fine motor skills with toddlers by engaging arts and crafts projects into their daily routines.
- Provided daily care routines such as diaper changes, mealtime assistance, and nap supervision, ensuring the well-being of each child in the Toddler Room.
- Interfered with disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
In-Home Nanny
MRCI
New Prague, MN
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Increased children's emotional well-being by providing consistent care.
- Supported families by taking care of household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Planned appropriate activities for children.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal vehicle.
- Helped with teaching them basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
South Central College
North Mankato, MNHigh School Diploma -
Mankato West High School
Mankato, MN06-2025
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Emotional support
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Peter Pan Preschool
03.2024 - Current
In-Home Nanny
MRCI
05.2023 - 09.2023
No Degree - General Studies
South Central College
High School Diploma -
Mankato West High School