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Work History
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Certification
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Tyheesia Thomas

Tyheesia Thomas

Franklin,TN

Summary

Over seventeen years of early childhood experience. Attentive and creative, professional, passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Montessori Academy
Brentwood, TN
06.2022 - Current
  • Create a prepared environment that encourages freedom of movement and independent learning.
  • Help foster independence by encouraging children to take care of themselves and their classroom environment.
  • Guide the children in age-appropriate meal prep, grace, and courtesy lessons.

Lead Cruiser Teacher

New Children First, A Montessori Communkity
Nashville, TN
11.2015 - 02.2021
  • Created a prepared environment and age-appropriate curriculum.
  • Guide children through the process of transitioning from infancy to toddler preparedness
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.

In-home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Web
Franklin, TN
09.2011 - 08.2015
  • Provided safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and play.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to engage children in learning.
  • Planned and prepared meals and snacks for the children.
  • Supervised field trips to local parks or libraries ensuring safety of all participants.
  • Built strong relationships with families through regular communication.
  • Managed inventory, record and bookkeeping.

Storehouse Ministry Assistant

Christ Community Church
Franklin, TN
08.2008 - 09.2011
  • Scheduled appointments for local clients needing financial assistance.
  • Greet clients and complete an initial intake to assess all of the clients' needs.
  • Answered phone calls from potential volunteers or donors seeking information about the ministry.
  • Maintained an up-to-date list of local organizations or companies that offer free or greatly discounted services to those in need.
  • Maintained a list of local churches and organizations that help with bills, clothing, food, or furniture.
  • Bookkeeping for Ministry

Childcare Teacher

Franklin Child Care II
Franklin, Tennessee
03.2004 - 08.2008
  • Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects, imaginative play and music activities.
  • Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress throughout the school year.
  • Worked with infants, toddlers, twos, threes, and four-year olds.

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

Kamp Kidz
Franklin, TN
09.1996 - 05.2004
  • Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing discipline policies.
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated best practices in early childhood education.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.

Education

Montessori Infant/Toddler Teacher Training Program

North American Montessori Center
01-2017

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN

Skills

  • Motor Skill Development
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Developmental needs
  • Child's CPR certified
  • Setting schedules
  • Preparing meals
  • Individualized support

Affiliations

  • Tennis
  • DIY Projects

Certification

MTCOB: Language and Literacy January 26, 2019

TN-ELDS - Infant: Birth- 12 months August 4, 2014

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Montessori Academy
06.2022 - Current

Lead Cruiser Teacher

New Children First, A Montessori Communkity
11.2015 - 02.2021

In-home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Web
09.2011 - 08.2015

Storehouse Ministry Assistant

Christ Community Church
08.2008 - 09.2011

Childcare Teacher

Franklin Child Care II
03.2004 - 08.2008

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

Kamp Kidz
09.1996 - 05.2004

Montessori Infant/Toddler Teacher Training Program

North American Montessori Center

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Nashville State Community College

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