Simone Booker
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Caring Early Childhood Educator with outstanding experience and enthusiasm for teaching students vital skills for development and future success. Successful in building strong teacher-student relationships using upbeat attitude, patience, and personable communication. Effective in working diligently to meet project deadlines on time. Adaptable in coordinating with peers on team projects as well as working independently to achieve goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Atonement Lutheran School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2023 - Current
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
- Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Planned field trips such as visits to local parks, museums, libraries for educational purposes.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Conducted home visits in order to build relationships with families and assess the needs of individual children in their own homes.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Assisted students with special needs by providing additional support when required.
- Contributed towards creating a curriculum based on developmental milestones set out by Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
Early Childhood Educator
Cadys kids Inc
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2010 - 08.2023
- Led parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress, strengths, and areas for growth.
- Maintained detailed records of children's progress, behaviors, and interactions to inform instructional decisions and parent communications.
- Coordinated field trips and educational outings that complemented the curriculum and expanded children's learning experiences.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Utilized assessment tools and observational techniques to evaluate and enhance children's developmental milestones.
- Advocated for early childhood education policies and practices within the school and broader community.
- Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging trust and emotional security.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful learning environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance learning outcomes and engage young learners.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
Customer Service Representative
Speedway Gas Station
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Juneau High School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin06-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Business
MATC
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Curriculum Planning
- Individualized support
- IEP creation
- Motor Skill Development
- Mathematical Concepts
- Curriculum Development
- Setting schedules
- Safety awareness
- Faculty Collaboration
- Valid [wisconsin] license
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Atonement Lutheran School
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Cadys kids Inc
08.2010 - 08.2023
Customer Service Representative
Speedway Gas Station
High School Diploma -
Juneau High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
MATC