Sara Payne
Red Oak,IA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Red Oak Child Development Center
08.2020 - Current
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
Day Habilitation Specialist
Nishna Productions Inc
11.2014 - 08.2020
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Transported people supported to appointments and community outings.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Conducted assessments to identify individual strengths, weaknesses, interests, and areas of potential growth for each client.
- Ensured compliance with various regulations, including HIPAA and other privacy laws by consistently maintaining client confidentiality in verbal or written communications.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Sunshine N Rainbows
01.2009 - 09.2013
- Improved classroom management with the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies, leading to a more conducive learning environment.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing thematic units, enhancing the overall curriculum for greater student interest.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Southwestern Community College
Creston, IAHigh School Diploma -
Red Oak High School
Red Oak, IA05.2010
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Individual Student Instruction
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Field Trip Supervision
- Curriculum Implementation
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Sensory Integration
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Special Needs Support
Hobbies
I enjoy being outdoors and have studied outdoor teaching practices. When I am not working, I am typically outside with my family fishing, hiking, camping, traveling and kayaking. I love painting, doing crafts and learning new things. My personal goal is to live a homestead life style by growing, making and storing my own food.
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Red Oak Child Development Center
08.2020 - Current
Day Habilitation Specialist
Nishna Productions Inc
11.2014 - 08.2020
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Sunshine N Rainbows
01.2009 - 09.2013
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Southwestern Community College
High School Diploma -
Red Oak High School
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