Rachael Buechler
Starkweather,ND
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with a proven track record at Early Head Start, skilled in fostering infant development through innovative, play-based strategies. Recognized for enhancing communication skills and promoting emotional growth while maintaining a safe, engaging environment. Adept at building strong parent relationships and implementing individualized learning plans to ensure optimal progress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Lead Infant Teacher
Early Head Start
04.2024 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including storytelling, music, and visual aids, to stimulate infant curiosity and interest in learning.
- Organized events and activities that encouraged parent involvement in the classroom community.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Improved communication skills among infants by incorporating sign language into daily routines.
- Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breastmilk, formula and solids to infants.
- Fostered independence by encouraging self-help skills such as feeding, dressing, and toileting.
- Tailored lessons according to each infant''s individual needs, ensuring optimal learning opportunities for all children in the class.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans for infant care.
- Provided thorough documentation of each child''s day-to-day activities, achievements, concerns, or incidents for both internal records and parental review upon request.
- Promoted cognitive development through interactive play sessions and sensory experiences.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Conducted regular observations and evaluations of infant growth, adjusting lesson plans as needed based on developmental progress.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for infants to promote healthy eating habits from an early age.
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
- Assessed developmental milestones and provided regular updates to parents on their child''s progress.
- Supported the emotional needs of infants through consistent care, comfort, and validation of feelings.
- Established clear expectations for infant behavior using age-appropriate boundaries.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to promote desirable behavior among infants.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Lead Infant Teacher
Fire Nest/Devils Lake Schools
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a cohesive curriculum that catered to the diverse needs of infants in the classroom.
- Promoted physical development among infants through daily exercise routines and fine motor skill-building activities.
- Conducted regular assessments of infant progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Managed inventory of classroom supplies, ensuring all necessary materials were readily available for planned activities and lessons.
- Created sensory-rich learning experiences for infants, fostering curiosity and exploration in a controlled environment.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant''s developmental milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Improved cognitive abilities in infants by introducing foundational concepts like shapes, colors, numbers, and letters through interactive playtime sessions.
- Enhanced overall classroom management efficiency by streamlining processes such as attendance tracking, diaper changes, snack distribution, and activity setup.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
- Fostered language development in infants by incorporating sign language instruction into daily interactions and teaching routines.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for each infant to ensure progress towards developmental goals.
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breastmilk, formula and solids to infants.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily activities by establishing predictable routines that fostered comfort and security for infants.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Toddler Teacher
Eventide Senior Living Communities
05.2020 - 01.2023
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Mayville State Univerity
Mayville, ND05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND05-2021
High School Diploma -
Devils Lake High School
Devils Lake, ND05-2019
Skills
- Innovation management
- Customer service
- Goal oriented
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Co-Lead Infant Teacher
Early Head Start
04.2024 - Current
Lead Infant Teacher
Fire Nest/Devils Lake Schools
09.2021 - 11.2023
Toddler Teacher
Eventide Senior Living Communities
05.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Mayville State Univerity
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Region State College
High School Diploma -
Devils Lake High School
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