Tatum Westfall
Halifax,PA
Summary
Friendly and energetic teacher with many 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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Learning and Sharing Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Preschool Director
Halifax United Methodist Church
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Created weekly / monthly lesson plans for 2-3 classes.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Planned and prepared activities for 3-5 year old students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Halifax United Methodist Church
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Paraprofessional Aide
Halifax Area School District
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Education
No Degree (91 Total Completed Credits) - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix Online
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
Halifax Area High School
Halifax, PA06.2012
Skills
- Parent and Guardian Relations
- Adept at Working with Special Needs Children
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Educational Strategies
- Food Handling Preparation
- Group and Individual Instruction
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Learning and Sharing Child Development Center
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Director
Halifax United Methodist Church
05.2020 - 05.2022
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Halifax United Methodist Church
07.2019 - 05.2020
Paraprofessional Aide
Halifax Area School District
07.2018 - 06.2019
No Degree (91 Total Completed Credits) - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix Online
High School Diploma -
Halifax Area High School
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