Stephanie Purdy
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at KinderCare Learning Centers, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Proven ability to foster children's social and emotional growth while ensuring a safe learning environment. Skilled in curriculum development and child assessment, effectively collaborating with families to enhance developmental outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
KinderCare Learning Centers
Highland, California
02.2022 - 01.2026
- Created interactive lesson plans for toddlers that fostered curiosity and foundational skills.
- Facilitated daily activities to encourage social and emotional development in young children.
- Supervised classroom environment to ensure safety and well-being of all children.
- Engaged parents in discussions about child development, providing insights and strategies for at-home support.
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers Services Preschool
Riverside, California
02.2018 - 02.2022
- Delivered engaging lessons in various subjects for preschool children.
- Managed classroom behavior to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Assisted lead teachers in developing lesson plans and coordinating classroom activities.
- Oversaw playtime activities for children to ensure safety and engagement.
Teacher I
Volunteers of America Southwest Early Head Start
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Designed lesson plans that fostered engagement and enhanced early childhood development outcomes.
- Implemented curriculum activities that effectively promoted cognitive and social skills development.
- Assessed children's progress through observations and developmental screenings.
- Assessed children's progress through targeted observations and developmental screenings to inform individualized support strategies.
Teacher’s Aide (Volunteer)
San Bernardino Valley College Child Development Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare classroom materials and lesson plans, enhancing instructional effectiveness.
- Facilitated children's learning through engaging activities and hands-on projects, promoting active participation.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and proper behavior.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment, fostering an optimal learning atmosphere.
Education
Associates Degree - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CABachelors Degree - Fine Art
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CABachelors Degree - Graphic Design
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CAAssociates Degree - Illustration and Commercial Art
Chaffey Community College
Rancho Cucamonga, CADiploma -
Fontana High School
Fontana, CASkills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Child assessment
- Classroom management
- Safety supervision
- Parent communication
- Early childhood development
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2022 - 01.2026
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers Services Preschool
02.2018 - 02.2022
Teacher I
Volunteers of America Southwest Early Head Start
01.2015 - 01.2018
Teacher’s Aide (Volunteer)
San Bernardino Valley College Child Development Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
Associates Degree - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College
Bachelors Degree - Fine Art
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelors Degree - Graphic Design
California State University, San Bernardino
Associates Degree - Illustration and Commercial Art
Chaffey Community College
Diploma -
Fontana High School