Shalaina Reeves
Houston,TX
Summary
With over 10 years experience in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
Experienced Childcare Teacher with a strong background in early childhood education. Skills include curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering educational environments that encourage curiosity and creativity. Recognized for creating engaging lesson plans tailored to the learning style of each child. Committed to promoting emotional, physical, and mental growth through various teaching methods while maintaining safe and inclusive classrooms.
Attentive and creative professional 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
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Purpose Kids
Houston , TX
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in planning, implementing and supervising age-appropriate activities for children ages 4 to 6.
- Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Provided positive guidance to help children develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, imaginative play and music activities.
- Supervised outdoor activities such as sports, playground games and field trips.
- Monitored student behavior both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted learning objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to food handling, sanitation, fire prevention.
Childcare Teacher
Childcare Careers
Houston , TX
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted in planning, implementing and supervising age-appropriate activities for children ages 4 to 6.
- Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Provided positive guidance to help children develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
- Instructed students on basic life skills such as proper hygiene and self-care.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Center Director
As we grow childcare center
Houston , TX
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and managed annual operating budget for center.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss department objectives and goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient operations within the center.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, training and supervision of staff members.
- Provided guidance on professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Managed daily operations of the center including scheduling, customer service, safety protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies regarding personnel management, health and safety standards.
- Identified areas of improvement and implemented corrective measures where necessary.
- Developed and deepened relationships with center children and families.
- Maintained compliance with legal requirements and applicable guidelines.
- Hired and coached staff on all center policies and procedures to effectively handle full roster of children.
- Collected customer fees, managed refunds, and provided complete sales documentation.
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
GED -
Windham School District
Dayton, TX11-2006
Skills
- Lesson preparation
- Child guidance
- Group Instruction
- Conflict Mediation
- Meal Preparation
- Child observation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Organization
- Child development knowledge
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson implementation
- Recordkeeping
- Child Safety Procedures
- First-aid and CPR
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Purpose Kids
07.2024 - Current
Childcare Teacher
Childcare Careers
12.2023 - 08.2024
Center Director
As we grow childcare center
01.2021 - 06.2023
GED -
Windham School District