Samantha Johnson
Santee,CA
Summary
I am a kind and considerate student with years of experience providing individualized care to children. Led exciting and safe activities while setting excellent example through appropriate social behavior. Engaged children on topics of personal interest to build relationships and foster communication skills. Babysitting has taught me a lot on how to communicate with a wide range of people, and how to handle situations in a proper, time-friendly situation. Attentive and creative teacher passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
BunnyBears Infant/toddler
La Mesa, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary according to school policies.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
- Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
Babysitter
N/A
Santee, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Coordinated different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects to promote academic success.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Checked with parents for any medical issues or special needs.
- Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
- Discussed any specific child wants, needs and interests with parents.
- Reviewed and followed parent directions for all aspects of children's care.
- Supervised children's homework assignments to verify completion, assist with difficult assignments and support educational goals.
- Maintained safe environments at all times.
Noon Duty Aide
Madison Roselane Elementary
Phoenix, AZ
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Greeted students and staff as they arrived to school for the day.
- Organized activities and games during recess times.
- Monitored playground equipment to ensure safe use by students.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by addressing disruptive behaviors quickly and effectively.
- Enforced school rules and policies consistently throughout the day.
- Helped create an atmosphere conducive to learning for all students in the school community.
- Collaborated closely with faculty members to identify at-risk students requiring additional assistance.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers when needed.
- Reported any suspicious activity or potential safety hazards immediately to administration.
- Intervened when necessary in order to prevent physical altercations between students.
- Cared for minor injuries sustained by students while on school grounds.
- Distributed lunch tickets equitably among enrolled students each day.
- Patrolled cafeteria throughout lunch periods to check for spills and help students.
- Assisted with preparation and stocking of food items and condiments.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Hills High School
Santee, CA5 2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2034
Skills
- Routine management
- Age-appropriate activities
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Bathing and Dressing
- Scheduling
- Cleaning
- Dependability
- Time management
- Activity Planning
- Licensed driver
- Child Supervision
- Childcare
- Tutoring
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
BunnyBears Infant/toddler
05.2022 - Current
Noon Duty Aide
Madison Roselane Elementary
09.2021 - 03.2022
Babysitter
N/A
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
West Hills High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
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