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Tiffany Daniels

Tiffany Daniels

Teaneck ,NJ

Summary

Attentive Teacher with 18 years of hands-on experience creating stimulating, safe environments for young children. Skillful leading individual and group activities to facilitate learning and encouraging good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods. Creative and methodical individual possessing excellent communication and time management capabilities. Track record of organizing fun, educational activities to develop children's social, emotional and physical growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons
02.2022 - Current
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside 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.
  • Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Hackensack Meridian Health
10.2020 - Current
  • Modeled appropriate activities and positive behavior management.
  • Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
  • Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
  • Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • 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.
  • Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared and ready to work.
  • Helped children put on coats, gloves and other cold-weather items in preparation for outdoor activities.
  • Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
  • Monitored and enforced adequate supply and material inventory
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
  • Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
  • Helped children put on coats, gloves and other cold-weather items in preparation for outdoor activities
  • Maintained childcare center schedule in alignment with parent needs
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared and ready to work
  • Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness
  • Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread
  • Established safe play environment for children
  • Modeled appropriate activities and positive behavior management
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays
  • Arranged and organized classroom desks, chairs and supplies

Lead Twaddler Teacher

The Learning Experience
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 2years to 2 1/2 years old.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Enhanced 2-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Carousel Early Learning Center
11.2006 - 06.2015
  • 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.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • 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.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 18 months to 2 years old.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Toddler Lead Teacher

The Sunshine House
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 18 months to 2 years old.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Enhanced 2-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Montessori Early Learning Center
01.2005 - 10.2006
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
  • Organized snack time and nap hours.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
  • Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment
  • Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Collaborated with 3 teachers to promote appropriate care and education for 30 children.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Bright Horizons Childcare
09.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 10 to 1-2 years old.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.

Education

CDA - Child Development

Council For Professional Recognition
Washington, DC

Some College (No Degree) - Communications

Pine Manor College
Chestnut Hill, MA

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
01.2026

High School Diploma -

Teaneck High School
Teaneck, NJ
06.2003

Skills

  • Early childhood development
  • Care Planning
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Classroom management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Activities planning
  • Child development
  • Early Childhood Education

Timeline

Lead Toddler Teacher

Bright Horizons Childcare
09.2022 - Current

Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons
02.2022 - Current

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Hackensack Meridian Health
10.2020 - Current

Lead Twaddler Teacher

The Learning Experience
01.2017 - 03.2020

Toddler Lead Teacher

The Sunshine House
07.2016 - 01.2017

Lead Toddler Teacher

Carousel Early Learning Center
11.2006 - 06.2015

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Montessori Early Learning Center
01.2005 - 10.2006

CDA - Child Development

Council For Professional Recognition

Some College (No Degree) - Communications

Pine Manor College

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration

Ashford University

High School Diploma -

Teaneck High School
Tiffany Daniels