Shelley Chewning
Tampa,FL
Summary
Professional childcare educator at Seminole Heights United Methodist Pre-school with extensive experience in creating supportive and stimulating learning environments for children. Known for fostering positive relationships with both children and parents while ensuring collaborative and results-driven approach. Proficient in early childhood education techniques and adaptable to diverse learning needs.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Teacher
Seminole Heights Methodist Church Pre-School
02.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Child Care Center Teacher
Children's Nest Learning Center
11.1992 - 03.2012
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress and organizing conferences.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Provided tutoring services after school hours, helping students achieve better results in their studies.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum design and sharing best practices for teaching strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Education
No Degree - Child Development
Hillsborough Community College
Brandon, FLSkills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Organization
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Toilet training
- Patience and Empathy
- Lesson implementation
- Child development knowledge
- Child observation
- Social-emotional learning
- Child Care
- First-aid and CPR
- Loves children
Accomplishments
- Managed classroom of 10 children ages 2 to 5, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment..
- Supervised groups of up to 25 children from 4 to 9 years of age.
- Supervised team of 1 new staff member.
- Supervised school age children with homework on the computer.
Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
Timeline
Child Care Teacher
Seminole Heights Methodist Church Pre-School
02.2013 - Current
Child Care Center Teacher
Children's Nest Learning Center
11.1992 - 03.2012
- Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
No Degree - Child Development
Hillsborough Community College
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