Taryn Fish
Merrimac,MA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Toddler and Preschool teacher with 10 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. I am a mother of 2 children that I stayed home with for a while and took care of friends children in home. I am dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre K Lead Teacher
North Shore YMCA Early Childhood Education Center
03.2021 - Current
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Toddler Teacher
Newton Learning Center
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Toddler and Preschool Teacher
Early Wonders Childcare And Preschool
01.2006 - 09.2010
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time each day
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Performed enrollment tours
- Created and Implemented a curriculum that fosters educational growth
Tweener, Toddler Teacher
Kindercare
02.2004 - 04.2005
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time each day
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
- Established safe play environment for children
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA05.2012
Skills
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Student progress reporting
- Classroom management
- Daycare management
- Student records management
- Child development
- Lesson Planning
- First Aid and CPR certification
Certification
HSI. Adult child infant CPR/AED expires 6/27
HSI pediatric and adult first aid expires 6/27
New Hampshire Early Childhood Professional Develepoment Administrator Level 1 Credential.
Timeline
Pre K Lead Teacher
North Shore YMCA Early Childhood Education Center
03.2021 - Current
Toddler Teacher
Newton Learning Center
08.2020 - 03.2021
Toddler and Preschool Teacher
Early Wonders Childcare And Preschool
01.2006 - 09.2010
Tweener, Toddler Teacher
Kindercare
02.2004 - 04.2005
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Essex Community College
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