Yvonne Vlahon
Springfield,IL
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with a proven track record at Building Blocks Daycare, specializing in lesson planning and student engagement. Expert in fostering inclusive environments and building strong relationships with families. Committed to promoting child development through innovative curriculum design and critical thinking, ensuring all students thrive in their learning journeys.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant ,Toddler and Two's Teacher
Building Blocks Daycare
08.1998 - 11.2024
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that supported diverse learning needs and styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum improvements based on student feedback and performance data.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community stakeholders to support student success initiatives.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Pleasant Run Child Care Center/Kids Kastle
07.2002 - 08.2018
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored for infant and toddler developmental stages.
- Fostered nurturing environment to promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth in young children.
- Observed and documented children's progress, adjusting activities to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure consistent communication regarding child development and classroom activities.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum that aligns with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to state regulations and implementing consistent routines for care.
- Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop a comprehensive curriculum that addressed all developmental domains for infants and toddlers.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology/Education
Sangamon State University
Springfield, IL.05-1990
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Springfield College in Il.
Springfield, IL05-1988
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Pleasant Run Child Care Center/Kids Kastle
07.2002 - 08.2018
Infant ,Toddler and Two's Teacher
Building Blocks Daycare
08.1998 - 11.2024
Associate of Science - Psychology/Education
Sangamon State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Springfield College in Il.