Sarah Wilson
Oshkosh,WI
Summary
Energetic professional with great relationship-building abilities and attentive approach. Helps students develop important early learning abilities and monitors safety in different environments. Maintains full compliance with state standards and good childcare practices.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Ymca Of Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Observed each child's performance during activities and documented progress in order to plan future instruction accordingly.
- Helped maintain an orderly classroom environment by enforcing rules regarding student conduct.
- Responded quickly to any unexpected situations such as injuries or behavioral issues.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Encouraged creative thinking through art projects, storytelling and music appreciation activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, tidy and well stocked with supplies while ensuring they met health standards.
- Instructed children in personal hygiene habits such as hand washing, toileting, teeth brushing.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Provided individual attention to each child based on their needs using appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Modeled good behaviors for students and maintained classroom discipline.
- Encouraged students to interact positively and calmly solve disputes.
- Kept class space organized, clean and learning-focused for optimal student development.
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children's behavior.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Assisted children with hygiene tasks, including handwashing and bathroom breaks.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily activities that support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Kept inventory of toys and supplies organized and well-stocked to meet needs of children under care.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Supervised children aged 6months-5years, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Faith of A Child Learning Center
Oshkosh, WI
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Observed each child's performance during activities and documented progress in order to plan future instruction accordingly.
- Helped maintain an orderly classroom environment by enforcing rules regarding student conduct.
- Responded quickly to any unexpected situations such as injuries or behavioral issues.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious snacks and lunches according to dietary guidelines.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Encouraged creative thinking through art projects, storytelling and music appreciation activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, tidy and well stocked with supplies while ensuring they met health standards.
- Organized special events such as field trips or holiday celebrations with parents' approval.
- Instructed children in personal hygiene habits such as hand washing, toileting, teeth brushing.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic first aid procedures for minor illnesses or injuries.
- Maintained daily records of attendance, activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Provided individual attention to each child based on their needs using appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Planned and organized activities to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the children.
- Modeled good behaviors for students and maintained classroom discipline.
- Encouraged students to interact positively and calmly solve disputes.
- Kept class space organized, clean and learning-focused for optimal student development.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Related well to parents and kept each informed about new daycare activities or behavioral concerns.
- Enhanced student learning by teaching foundational skills in letter, number and color recognition.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Respected cultural and familial backgrounds of different children with personalized approach to childcare.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children's behavior.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
- Tutored and mentored school children to provide additional learning opportunities.
- Assisted children with hygiene tasks, including handwashing and bathroom breaks.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily activities that support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Collaborated with other daycare assistants to create a cohesive and supportive team environment.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Kept inventory of toys and supplies organized and well-stocked to meet needs of children under care.
- Managed inventory of supplies, requesting restocks as necessary to maintain resources.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Supervised children age 6months-4years, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Supervised children aged X-X, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Conducted reading classes for children to build foundational knowledge.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians about children's daily activities and progress.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Facilitated group activities to promote teamwork and social skills among children.
- Assisted in planning and preparing materials for art, science, and music activities.
- Coordinated outdoor activities that encouraged physical activity and awareness of nature.
- Guided children in developing basic literacy and math skills through playful learning activities.
- Monitored children during nap time, ensuring a quiet and restful environment.
- Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
- Monitored children's progress and behavior, reporting observations to lead teacher.
- Maintained clean and organized classroom and play areas to ensure a healthy environment.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions to improve childcare skills.
- Read stories and led educational games to stimulate interest in learning.
- Provided first aid and medication as needed, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Observed children to record development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Innovative Behavioral Health
Oshkosh, WI
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided crisis intervention services to de-escalate aggressive or violent behavior.
- Organized recreational activities designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices among youth participants.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans for youth with challenging behaviors.
- Assessed risk factors associated with delinquent behavior among adolescents.
- Consulted with parents and guardians about techniques used in managing children's behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records regarding client progress, including all relevant information obtained during treatment sessions and home visits.
- Assisted in developing strategies to increase academic performance among youth who struggle academically.
- Supervised daily activities of clients in residential treatment facility setting.
- Participated in weekly team meetings focused on providing effective treatment solutions for clients.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions tailored specifically for each individual client's needs.
- Provided guidance and support to families struggling with issues related to their child's behavioral problems.
- Developed and implemented departmental support systems to meet strategic objectives.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to determine the causes of problem behaviors.
- Monitored progress of clients by conducting regular home visits and observing interactions in the community.
- Facilitated social skills groups to enhance interpersonal interactions.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to manage acute behavioral episodes.
- Worked directly with students and discussed behavioral goals and implementation of behavior intervention programs.
- Monitored and recorded client progress towards behavioral goals.
- Developed personalized behavior intervention plans based on assessment results.
- Advised on the development of positive behavior support systems within organizations.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
Education
HSED
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Organization
- Activities Planning
- Activity Planning
- First-aid and CPR
- Safety Monitoring
- Child Safety Procedures
Certification
- 61 hours in Early Childhood through Wisconsin Registry
- CPR certified
- Child Abuse and Neglect Licensing through The Registry
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Ymca Of Oshkosh
10.2023 - 01.2024
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Faith of A Child Learning Center
10.2019 - 06.2023
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Innovative Behavioral Health
08.2017 - 07.2019
HSED
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