Peyton Harms
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Personable Childcare Provider effective in providing children with immersive activities, educational assistance and balanced rest periods. Well-versed in childhood development patterns and corrective behavior strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Stevenson Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep the students safe in public settings.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Nanny
Care.com Inc
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Pleasant Park Child Development Center
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Monitored children's progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
Camp Counselor Volunteer
United Cerebral Palsy
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Stepped up to meet unanticipated and unassigned needs to support other team members and deliver optimum camper experiences.
- Taught socially acceptable behaviors to campers, served as role model and used age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenwood High School
Chatham, IL06.2018
Licenses & Certifications
01.2023
Skills
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Educational Support
- Valid Driver's License
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Emotionally Supportive
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Childcare Techniques
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Classroom Observation
- CPS Guidelines Awareness
- Parent Relations
- Food Handling Preparation
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Stevenson Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2022 - 08.2022
Nanny
Care.com Inc
06.2021 - 08.2023
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Pleasant Park Child Development Center
02.2019 - 07.2020
Camp Counselor Volunteer
United Cerebral Palsy
06.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Glenwood High School
Licenses & Certifications
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