Ericka Durbyn
West Monroe
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with expertise in classroom management, child development, and staff training. Proven ability to foster effective parent-teacher communication and mentor educators, creating a positive learning environment that supports children's growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher and Center Team Leader
Little Arc Academy
West Monroe, LA
02.2018 - Current
- Created and maintained clean, safe and organized learning environment.
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning goals and address developmental concerns.
- Coach and advised teachers in center on behavioral management, instructional learning formats, quality of feedback, and language modeling.
- Assist administrators on decisions involving staff members schedule and center policies.
- Mentored new hires on company policies and procedures, best practices within the childcare industry, and specific expectations related to their role as daycare providers.
- Collaborated with staff to design engaging daily activities that fostered social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth in children.
Restaurant Manager
Chili's Restaurant
West Monroe, LA
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Performed daily inspections of the facility to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing patron complaints promptly and professionally.
- Scheduled staff hours and allocated resources to maximize team member performance.
- Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality and service.
Concessions Worker
Tinseltown Movie Theater
West Monroe, LA
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Operated point-of-sale systems for efficient transaction processing and customer service.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of concession areas to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted in inventory management, restocking supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
- Consistently provided friendly service to promote better customer engagement.
Education
Child Development Associate -
CDA National Credentialing Progam
High School Diploma -
West Ouachita High School
West Monroe, LA05-2014
Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate -
.
Skills
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Staff development
- Training and mentoring
- Teacher training
Timeline
Lead Teacher and Center Team Leader
Little Arc Academy
02.2018 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Chili's Restaurant
01.2017 - 02.2018
Concessions Worker
Tinseltown Movie Theater
12.2015 - 11.2016
Child Development Associate -
CDA National Credentialing Progam
High School Diploma -
West Ouachita High School
Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate -
.