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Colleen Herbert

Redman' Village,,ST. Thomas

Summary

Committed Educator professional offering eleven(11) years of success working with young children to foster positive educational outcomes. Highly skilled in interacting with families and other academic personnel to cultivate a high-quality learning environment. Adept at working with diverse age groups and developmental skill levels to build rapport and drive academic growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

The Mother's Union Day Care Centre
Queenstown, Georgetown,, Guyana
10.1990 - 07.2001
  • Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Provided guidance on personal hygiene habits such as hand washing.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
  • Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Education

Certificate - Basic And Advance Training In Day Care

University Of Guyana
Georgetown, Guyana

Skills

  • Curriculum Planning
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Motor Skill Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Maintaining Safety
  • Managing Activities
  • Goal Setting
  • Classroom Organization

Certification

  • University Of Guyana ( Institute Of Adult and Continuing Education.- Basic Training For Child Care Workers
  • University Of Guyana ( Institute Of Adult and Continuing Education.- Advance Training For Child Care Workers

Accomplishments

  • After completing Ten Years of Child Care service, I was promoted to Senior Child Educator.
  • Intermittent Management of the Child Care Centre when the Supervisor is on vacation or Training.
  • Mentor for new Mentee Child Care Educators.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

The Mother's Union Day Care Centre
10.1990 - 07.2001

Certificate - Basic And Advance Training In Day Care

University Of Guyana

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