De'Janae Woods
Opelousas
Summary
Dedicated Childcare Assistant Teacher with a proven track record at Great Start Learning Academy, where I enhanced children's cognitive and social abilities through innovative lesson plans and hands-on activities. Skilled in classroom management and parent communication, I excel in creating a safe and engaging learning environment. My approach combines patience, empathy, and strong computer skills, ensuring a positive impact on child development.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Great Start Learning Academy
01.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans, enhancing children's cognitive and social skills.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring all children had equal opportunities.
- Encouraged creativity with hands-on activities, promoting self-expression among children.
- Implemented daily routines and activities, promoting consistency and security for children.
- Supported children in developing essential social skills, enhancing ability to interact with peers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Daycare Assistant
Creative Learning Preschool
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
- Contributed to positive parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular updates on children''s progress.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA05-2024
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Parent communication
- CPR certified
- Music and movement
- Classroom organization
- Motor skills development
- Health and safety
- Outdoor activities planning
- Time management
- Approachable
- Active listener
- Safety monitoring
- Strong work ethic
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Positive reinforcement
- Child care
- Decision-making
- Positive role model
- Strong computer skills
- Customer service
- Classroom management
- Behavior management techniques
- Arts, crafts, and games
- First aid training
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Parental communication
- Meal preparation
- Emergency procedures
Certification
- [La.] Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Web Development and Design
- Music
- Volunteering
- Interior Design
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Great Start Learning Academy
01.2025 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Creative Learning Preschool
06.2023 - 12.2024
- [La.] Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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