Cira Cart
Portland
Summary
Dedicated Child Care Teacher with extensive experience at A Place To Grow Childcare. Proficient in fostering social and emotional growth through play-based learning and effective parent-teacher communication. Skilled in lesson planning and creating engaging activities that promote developmental milestones.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Teacher
A Place To Grow Childcare and Early Education Services
06.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered nurturing environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to assess children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Led classroom activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Conducted regular assessments to track student development and facilitate individualized learning plans.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
- Evaluated student performance through formative assessments, allowing for timely feedback and targeted interventions as needed.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Ivy Tech Community College
Muncie, INSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development
- Classroom organization
- Outdoor play supervision
- Age-appropriate activities
- Meal preparation
- Social development
- Lesson preparation
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Play-based learning
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Activity planning
- Infant care
- Nutrition
Timeline
Child Care Teacher
A Place To Grow Childcare and Early Education Services
06.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Ivy Tech Community College