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Violet Arthmann

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader in early childhood education and ministry with a focus on developing inclusive, engaging curricula. Known for cultivating strong community relationships and enhancing children's spiritual and intellectual growth through hands-on activities and outreach initiatives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nanny

Veronica Owens-Penrod
Tallahassee, Florida
09.2015 - 06.2025
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
  • Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
  • Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
  • Administered first aid and medication as needed, ensuring child safety and well-being.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
  • Engaged in educational activities like reading and crafts to encourage learning and creativity.
  • Researched food allergies to understand and provide care and oversight.
  • Facilitated outdoor and physical activities to promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.

Director of Children Ministry

Tallahassee Heights Methodist Church
Tallahassee, Florida
06.2016 - 02.2025
  • Organized outreach initiatives to expand the reach of the ministry into the community.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents, teachers, and volunteers to ensure a positive environment for learning.
  • Developed and implemented innovative programs to engage children in spiritual growth.
  • Provided pastoral care to families with children of all ages.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to create meaningful events that promoted spiritual development.
  • Oversaw curriculum selection based on age-appropriate topics relevant to modern culture.
  • Planned and executed weekly worship services tailored specifically for children.
  • Organized special events such as Vacation Bible School or summer camps.
  • Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
  • Tailored instruction to provide access and inclusion for children with special learning needs.

Early Childhood Educator

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, Florida
02.2010 - 05.2015
  • Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
  • Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
  • Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
  • Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
  • Organized and led outdoor activities that promoted physical health and well-being.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University
Clinton, IA
08-2011

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Hesser College
Manchester, NH
08-2002

Some College (No Degree) - English

University of Southern New Hampshire
Manchester, NH

Skills

  • Computer
  • MS Word
  • Data Cad 9
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
  • Written communication
  • Nutritional meal preparation
  • Early Education Knowledge
  • Behavior modeling
  • Multicultural understanding
  • Language skills
  • Event organization
  • Scheduling appointments

Affiliations

The many activities include sewing, drawing , painting, and writing poetry. My poetry has been published and I am working on writing and illustrating a children's book. My volunteer work as a representative for several Exchange Programs where I connected foreign students with families in the USA has given me friends from around the world who are still in touch with me.

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Achievement for Classroom Management
  • Certificate to Teach ESOL (English for speakers of other Languages)
  • Served honorably in US Navy in the Medical Corp

Timeline

Director of Children Ministry

Tallahassee Heights Methodist Church
06.2016 - 02.2025

Family Nanny

Veronica Owens-Penrod
09.2015 - 06.2025

Early Childhood Educator

Leon County Schools
02.2010 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Hesser College

Some College (No Degree) - English

University of Southern New Hampshire

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