Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Terry McClendon

Little Blessings Daycare
Summerfield,FL
13
Years of experience

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Little Blessings Daycare, excelling in student engagement and innovative lesson planning. Skilled in classroom management and fostering strong relationships with students and parents, I create a nurturing environment that promotes child development and motivates learners to achieve their full potential.

Work History

Teacher

2 Years 2 Months
Little Blessings Daycare | 07.2024 - 09.2026

Teaching ABC/Numbers /Shapes/Days of week /Months of year

Activities Assistant

4 Years 7 Months
Harbor Chase Assisted Living | 02.2022 - 09.2026
  • Facilitated engaging recreational activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
  • Assisted in planning and executing community events to enhance resident socialization.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for residents to attend external outings and appointments.
  • Monitored resident participation in activities, providing feedback for program improvement.
  • Led training sessions for new staff on activity implementation and resident engagement strategies.
  • Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
  • Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
  • Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between activities through efficient set-up and break-down procedures, minimizing downtime for participants.
  • Increased social interaction among residents through facilitating group activities and fostering a sense of community.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unforeseen circumstances or changes to scheduled programming, ensuring a consistently enjoyable experience for residents.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards within activity spaces through diligent organization efforts and adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
  • Improved residents'' physical wellbeing by coordinating exercise programs tailored to individual abilities and needs.
  • Sourced new entertainment options, diversifying activities calendar to maintain high interest levels.
  • Pioneered community garden project, promoting physical activity and social interaction among residents.
  • Enhanced residents' cognitive skills with specially designed brain games and puzzles.
  • Enhanced residents' social engagement by organizing and leading daily recreational activities.
  • Boosted community involvement, establishing volunteer programs with local schools and organizations.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.

Activities Assistant

3 Years
Atria Senior Living | 01.2020 - 01.2023

Playing games/Arts and Crafts /Exercise Field trips

  • Developed creative activity schedules that addressed diverse resident needs and preferences.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
  • Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of each activity based on participant feedback and adjusted programming accordingly for increased satisfaction.
  • Cultivated a positive atmosphere within the facility by creating an engaging calendar filled with varied recreational offerings that appealed to different interests.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all activities, minimizing risk of injury to participants.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
  • Facilitated engaging recreational activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for residents to attend external outings and appointments.

Teacher

1 Year 6 Months
Creative World Childrens Learning Center | 06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning styles and promote child development.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents to provide updates on children's progress and address concerns.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork and social skills among children.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Teacher

2 Years 3 Months
Sacred Heart Convent School | 02.2014 - 05.2016
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs to enhance understanding.
  • Organized educational materials and resources to streamline daily operations and enhance lesson delivery.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and inform instructional adjustments.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Revamped school's library system, making it more accessible and user-friendly for students and staff.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Education

CDA /Child Care Specialist - Child Development

Moore Mickens Educational Building | Dade City, FL | 06.1991

GED

Pasco Education Program | 454 Lock Street Dade City | 11.1979

Skills

Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Positive role model and mentor
Student-centered learning
Child development
Small group instruction
Innovative lesson planning

Timeline

Teacher

Little Blessings Daycare
07.2024 - 09.2026Read More

Activities Assistant

Harbor Chase Assisted Living
02.2022 - 09.2026Read More

Activities Assistant

Atria Senior Living
01.2020 - 01.2023Read More

Teacher

Creative World Childrens Learning Center
06.2018 - 12.2019Read More

Teacher

Sacred Heart Convent School
02.2014 - 05.2016Read More

Moore Mickens Educational Building

CDA /Child Care Specialist from Child Development
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Pasco Education Program

GED
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Terry McClendon