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Shane Pickner

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Infant Teacher

Cultivate Childcare
06.2023 - Current
  • Boosted cognitive development through intentional planning of stimulating activities suitable for each infant''s unique abilities and interests.
  • Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about their child''s progress and any concerns that arose.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom atmosphere by displaying warmth, empathy, and patience when interacting with infants, staff, and families.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Maintained accurate records of infant attendance, meal consumption, diaper changes, and other required documentation for licensing purposes.

Lead Infant Teacher

Little Explorers Childcare
06.2021 - 06.2023
    • Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
    • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
    • Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
    • Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
    • Promoted physical development among infants through daily exercise routines and fine motor skill-building activities.
    • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Assistant Infant Teacher

EmBe South
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Multitasking, attending to 20 infants
  • Stayed consistent on feeding and diaper changes
  • Constant positive communication with parents
  • Attention to detail when cleaning room

Commercial Cleaner

Simply Fresh Cleaning
07.2020 - 12.2020
    • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors.
    • Disinfected restrooms, kitchens and other common areas to remove bacteria and maintain hygiene standards.
    • Used steam cleaners and vacuum cleaners to clean floors and carpets.
    • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to disposal area.

Assistant Infant Teacher

PitterPatter Playhouse
02.2020 - 07.2020
  • Kept the brightwheel app updated for parents each day.
  • Bottle feedings,diaper changes and nap time were always documented.
  • Sanitized playing areas and washing bottles.

Assistant Infant Teacher

PitterPatter Playhouse
09.2018 - 11.2019
  • Brightwheel app everyday use for feedings,diaper changes, naps.
  • Art work and sensory projects
  • Communication with parents at drop off and pick up and communication with afternoon staff coming in.

Lead Infant Teacher

EmBe South
01.2014 - 06.2018
  • Wrote feedings,diaper changes and nap times on a sheet of paper for parents to take home at Night.
  • Did lesson plans each week
  • Communicating with parents via texts/calls

Education

None -

Lincoln High School
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2005

Skills

    • Patience and Empathy
    • Art and Craft Activities
    • Safety awareness
    • Growth Mindset Encouragement
    • Parent-Teacher Communication
    • Infant CPR Certification
    • First Aid Training
      • Music and Movement
      • Motor Skills Development
      • Storytelling Techniques
      • Loves children
      • Infant Care
      • Circle Time

Timeline

Assistant Infant Teacher

Cultivate Childcare
06.2023 - Current

Lead Infant Teacher

Little Explorers Childcare
06.2021 - 06.2023

Assistant Infant Teacher

EmBe South
12.2020 - 04.2021

Commercial Cleaner

Simply Fresh Cleaning
07.2020 - 12.2020

Assistant Infant Teacher

PitterPatter Playhouse
02.2020 - 07.2020

Assistant Infant Teacher

PitterPatter Playhouse
09.2018 - 11.2019

Lead Infant Teacher

EmBe South
01.2014 - 06.2018

None -

Lincoln High School

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