Wydia Whitfield
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced Infant Teacher with a strong background in parent communication, infant care routines, classroom safety, and first aid. Dedicated to supporting developmental growth through nurturing, structured care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Teacher
Early Learning Children's Academy
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- Build trusting connections with infants to promote emotional and social development.
- Facilitate open discussions with parents to address concerns and share developmental milestones.
- Assisted with infant care routines at Agape Childcare Learning Center, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Prepared and fed infants nutritious meals during designated feeding times. and prepared bottles, snacks, and formula.
- Changed diapers promptly to ensure infants' comfort and hygiene. and maintained clean classroom hygiene.
Infant Teacher
Agape Childcare Learning Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2014 - 08.2024
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences through structured daily routines and activities, enhancing children's developmental skills.
- Monitored children's interactions to ensure safety and promote positive social development.
- Created warm, welcoming atmosphere that encouraged exploration and creativity, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported infant care routines at Agape Childcare Learning Center.
- Prepared and fed infants nutritious meals and snacks during care routines. and prepared bottles, snacks, and formula.
- Changed diapers promptly to maintain hygiene and comfort for each infant. and maintained clean classroom hygiene.
Toddler Teacher
First Impressions Learning Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2010 - 02.2014
- Facilitated emotional growth by nurturing interactions and creating a supportive classroom environment.
- Promoted effective communication skills through storytelling and interactive play that engaged children.
- Encouraged open dialogue among children, enhancing social skills and strengthening peer relationships.
Toddler Teacher
Little Angels Day Care
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2009 - 03.2010
- Facilitated engaging activities that enhanced cognitive and physical development in toddlers, fostering their overall growth.
- Monitored toddler interactions to ensure safety and promote positive social skills, contributing to a harmonious classroom dynamic.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop a nurturing and supportive classroom environment, enhancing student well-being and learning.
Toddler Teacher
Divine Toddler Town Learning Academy
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2008 - 07.2009
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance cognitive and social development.
- Oversaw classroom activities to foster a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Executed safety protocols to establish secure learning spaces for toddlers.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Happy Hill Day Care Learning Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2006 - 12.2008
- Created individualized lesson plans to support social, emotional, and physical development.
- Facilitated developmental play for infants and toddlers to enhance cognitive and motor skills.
- Collaborated with parents to assess progress and address developmental needs.
- Conducted safety inspections of classroom spaces to eliminate potential hazards for children. for hazards and followed health and safety rules.
Education
GED -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Ed.
Harrisburg, PA08-2002
Skills
- Infant care routines
- Health sanitation
- Classroom safety
- Parent communication
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- First aid training
- Professionalism and ethics
- Sanitation procedures
- Diapering requirements
- Patience and empathy
- Housekeeping skills
- Communication development
- Infant CPR certification
- Safety awareness
- Feeding techniques
- Nurturing attitude
- Formula guidelines
Timeline
Infant Teacher
Early Learning Children's Academy
08.2024 - Current
Infant Teacher
Agape Childcare Learning Center
03.2014 - 08.2024
Toddler Teacher
First Impressions Learning Center
03.2010 - 02.2014
Toddler Teacher
Little Angels Day Care
07.2009 - 03.2010
Toddler Teacher
Divine Toddler Town Learning Academy
12.2008 - 07.2009
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Happy Hill Day Care Learning Center
03.2006 - 12.2008
GED -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Ed.