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Certification
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Tamika Rutledge

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals. Goal-oriented Provider caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Goal-oriented provider caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Observer

Nafcc
07.2013 - Current

Monitored/ observed providers for 4hours, by taking down notes on their interactions with the children and parents.

Child Care Provider

Rutledge Large Family Child Care Home
12.1996 - Current
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and [Type].
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
08.2014

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

City College
Gainesville, FL
06.2003

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Gainesville, FL
06.1994

Associate of Arts - Education

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
04.2012

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
08.2014

Skills

  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Behavior Modification
  • Document Coordination
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Child Development Associate Certification
  • Emotional Support
  • Classroom Observation
  • State Certification and Accreditation
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable

Affiliations

Membership with NAFCC, FFCCHA, and Marion County Home Association.

NAFCC Observer

BLI Master Class Series

Certification

Accreditation/ Goal seal provider

Timeline

Classroom Observer

Nafcc
07.2013 - Current

Child Care Provider

Rutledge Large Family Child Care Home
12.1996 - Current

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Santa Fe College

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

City College

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School

Associate of Arts - Education

Santa Fe College

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Santa Fe College
Tamika Rutledge