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Lesson Planning | Instruction | Classroom Management | Juvenile Law | Family Systems Theory | Communication

Child Development | Mental Illness Expertise | Child abuse & Neglect/Behavior management | Psychopharmacology

Crisis Response & Intervention | Community Relations | Resource Management | Academic Advocacy | Test & IEP Abilities

Critical Thinking | Organization | Time Management | Problem Solving

Dynamic, hardworking and focused recent Early Childhood Education graduate with years of experience to pair with a strong background in serving as a therapeutic foster parent. Achiever of success as a team member or independent contributor. Work well under pressure in fast-paced working environments that call for both adaptability and flexibility. Open to finance, Assistant Director or Lead Toddler Teacher roles in the field of Early Childhood Education that will complement continued studies, as well as offer opportunities for career growth and advancement.

  Observe students' progress; offer students and Teachers aid in resolving concerns as they arise

  Liaise with colleagues and students families to discuss educational activities and policies, as well as students' behavioral or learning concerns; direct and monitor instructional methods and the content of educational, vocational or activity programs

  Instruct courses, as well as deliver direct care to students

  Assess both new and existing programs to determine the efficiency of each, as well as their respective compliance with local, state and federal regulations; suggest modifications as needed

  Enforce behavioral standards to ensure maintenance of classroom order; teach in class or deliver direct care

  Lead activities to promote physical, mental and social development, e.g. games, music, storytelling arts/crafts and external field trips

  Coordinate and supervise projects, field trips, guest visits and experiential activities; guide students in learning from each

  Focus on basic skills in class including color, shape, number/letter recognition, hygiene and socialization


  Assess student performance, including behavior, social development and physical health; read books to classes or small groups

  Cater to the basic needs of each student by feeding and dressing them, as well as handling diaper changes as needed

  Provide resources for students to manipulate and use during imaginative play
and other learning activities

  Assimilate new students to the academic environment by acclimating them to the classroom and choosing activities of interest

  Serve meals and snacks per nutritional guidelines; guide students on proper eating habits and personal hygiene

  Develop materials and class activities in alignment with pertinent administrative policies and student-governing rules

  Note instances in which children demonstrate emotional, developmental or health problems; discuss these cases with Supervisors, students families and Child Development Specialists

  Emphasize lesson, unit and project objectives and communicate them to students with clarity and conciseness

  Meet with students families to discuss progress, needs and priorities; suggest methods for promoting learning and development

  Customize teaching methods and instructional materials to align with students' respective needs and interests

  Contribute actively to a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time that offers students opportunities to observe, question and investigate; use indoor and outdoor space for creative play, motor-skill activities and safety functions

  Confer with staff members to devise lessons promoting learning per approved curricula; also work together in the development, assessment and revision of preschool programs

  Organize and label materials; display students' work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills

  Attend meetings, educational conferences, and Teacher training workshops to heighten staff members levels of professional competence; also attend staff meetings and serve on internal committees

  Prepare student reports as required by administration; also perform other administrative functions such as hall and cafeteria monitoring, as well as bus loading and unloading

  Control an inventory of classroom materials and supplies; select and place orders for items as stock levels run low

  Administer exams to determine each student s developmental levels, individual needs and academic potential for greatness

  Act as an effective intermediary between management and staff by fielding questions, deciphering contracts and resolving issues

  Lead new employee orientation to set into motion a positive attitude toxxxxxxrd organizational objectives

  Direct and coordinate workflows of subordinates, including Teacher Assistants and volunteers and staff regarding employment, compensation, labor and employee relations

  Provide prospective and current employees with information regarding policies, job descriptions, working conditions, xxxxxxges, promotion prospects and benefits administration

  Also perform challenging staffing duties, such as dealing with understaffing, mediating disputes, terminating employees and administering disciplinary processes

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  Monitor the progress of and provide students and Teachers with assistance in resolving problems that arise

  Work in conjunction with colleagues and student families to discuss facility activities and policies, as well as students' behavioral or learning problems.

  Map out and monitor instructional methods; also determine the content of educational, vocational or activity program offerings


  Evaluate new and ongoing programs to determine their efficacy and alignment with local, state and federal regulations to recommend any necessary modifications

  Scheduled medical, psychiatric and other tests to ascertain the causes of various difficulties and determine remedial measures

  Collaborated with community mental health providers to execute child care plans

  Worked jointly with school districts to adhere at all times to each child s educational needs

  Tested for individualized education programs (IEPs) and followed up by ensuring adherence to each program

  Offered daily care in alignment with the needs of each child or children at home

  Guaranteed that all physical and mental health needs were tended to and nurtured

  Sought out educational training to learn more about foster parenting and meeting the needs of each foster child

  Welcomed children into the home to offer basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing and parental guidance; also adhered to each child s mental health plan to meet their respective needs per their placement plans

  Met with a team of Case Managers and a Therapist weekly to administer prescribed medications

  Also conferred with the Psychiatrist to document behaviors, as well as discuss medications to learn the effects of each

  Gained expertise in the use of positive behavior management techniques, as well as how to understand crisis signs

  Tenaciously advocated for children in working with school districts, Teachers, and others in contact with each child

  Worked with families to achieve reunification; discussed the progress of each child with parent/caregivers

  Coordinated and led structured counseling, as well as work, study, recreation or social programs for clients

  Collected client information using interviews, observations or testing

  Welcomed clients to express their feelings and discuss life events in order to assist them in developing insight into themselves or their relationships with others

  Counseled clients and patients individually or in groups to help them overcome dependencies, adjust to life events or make changes

  Guide clients in skills development so each could best cope with their respective circumstances

  Prepared and maintained all required treatment records and reports with attention to confidentiality at all treatment phases

  Counseled clients families to help them understand, cope with or support clients; also met with Probation Officers, Police Officers or other involved parties to exchange necessary data throughout the treatment process

  Cooperated with colleagues to lead clinical assessments or craft comprehensive treatment plans

  Monitor clients' medication usage and stayed apprised of new developments in counseling; read professional literature, attended c continued education courses and seminars, as well as upheld ongoing contact with other social service agencies

  Reported all changes in child behavior to the mental health team; delivered care together with an Assistant Care Giver

Also worked with Xxxxxxlmart as a Cashier from 2006 2012 and as a Pharmacy Assistant from 2008 2010

Associate of Arts/Teaching Certificate, Early Childhood Education, Xxxxxx Community College 2016

Also have numerous certificates for other classes taken in the field

as well as a current CPR/First Aid Card for infant and child a XXXXXX State Food Handlers Card

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P.O. Box 2334 | Xxxxxx, XXXXXX xxxxxx xxx-xxx-xxxx | abc@xyz.com

March 16, 2018

Hiring Agent Name

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Company Name

Address

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Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration. As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include the following accomplishments:

  I bring to any early childhood education opportunity years of proven success in various capacities including current work as a Teacher, as well as previous experiences as a foster parent and in therapeutic roles.

  As a professional in the field, I also have a strong academic background, with an Associate of Arts and Teacher Certificate in Early Childhood Education. I also have certificates for other classes taken in the field as well to pair with my completed formal studies.

  All of my experiences thus far have sharpened and refined my teaching, mentoring, lesson planning, curriculum development and student engagement skills, as well as my ability to connect positively with coworkers and care providers at all levels to ensure student success.

  Over the course of my career, I ve proven to be able to thrive under pressure in fast-paced, demanding work environments. I excel as both an independent contributor and active team member to contribute to student success efforts.

  My hope is to continue work in this field post-degree pursuance and secure an Early Childhood Education teacher role that calls on the competencies I ve refined over the years, as well as allow for me to continue learning and growing professionally.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forxxxxxxrd to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

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