Shalandra Smith
Atlanta,GA
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. Friendly and energetic child care teacher with 3 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 3 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Madalyns House
Powder Springs Ga
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
Toddler Teacher
Icare
East Atlanta
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Private Nanny
Private Care
Atlanta Georgia
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
Education
Associate Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood
Rasmussen University
Florida11.2022
Skills
- Classroom Practices
- Emotionally Supportive
- Classroom Observation
- Disciplinary Enforcement
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Conversant in Spanish
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Sanitation and Hygiene
- Educational Strategies
- Feeding Guidelines Knowledge
- Reading Comprehension
- Child CPR
- Creative Arts Talent
- Infant Care
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- At-Home Childcare
Certification
Director training certificate
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Madalyns House
11.2022 - Current
Toddler Teacher
Icare
06.2022 - 10.2022
Private Nanny
Private Care
08.2021 - 01.2022
Associate Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood
Rasmussen University