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Kaylee Walden

Elwood

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with a strong background in early childhood development, having excelled as a Lead Teacher at ABC & Me. Known for reliability and trustworthiness, I foster nurturing environments that promote exploration and growth. Skilled in behavior management and activity planning, I effectively support diverse learning needs while building strong family relationships.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

The Henderson Family
01.2023 - Current

Delivered individualized care to a toddler.

Managed daily upkeep and organization of living spaces.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

ABC & Me
2022 - 2023
  • Planned and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering cognitive, social-emotional, and motor development in toddlers (ages 1–3).
  • Created a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encouraged exploration, independence, and positive behavior.
  • Supervised and mentored assistant teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and child engagement strategies.
  • Built strong relationships with families through daily communication, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of developmental milestones, incident reports, and individualized care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety protocols, and center policies.

Special Education Assistant

Tipton Elementary School
2020 - 2021
  • Provided one-on-one and small group academic support to students with diverse learning needs, including developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and emotional/behavioral challenges.
  • Assisted lead teachers in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) by adapting instructional materials and strategies to meet specific student goals.
  • Supported students in developing life skills, communication techniques, and social-emotional regulation through structured routines and positive reinforcement.
  • Aided in behavior management by implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Monitored student progress and documented observations for use in IEP meetings and teacher planning.

Education

Early Childhood Education - Education

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
05.2023

Skills

  • Friendly
  • Reliability and trustworthiness
  • Approachable
  • Schedule management
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Childcare
  • Active listener
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Activity planning
  • Child development
  • Early childhood development
  • Arts and crafts
  • First aid certified
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Enrichment activities

Timeline

Nanny

The Henderson Family
01.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

ABC & Me
2022 - 2023

Special Education Assistant

Tipton Elementary School
2020 - 2021

Early Childhood Education - Education

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Kaylee Walden