Tina Hutchings
Rock Hill
Summary
Dynamic preschool educator with a proven track record at Cypress Christian Daycare, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Skilled in fostering social skills development and maintaining effective parent-teacher communication, I create engaging learning environments that promote child safety and emotional growth, ensuring each child's unique needs are met.
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Cypress Christian Daycare
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and create individualized support strategies.
- Led classroom activities that encouraged creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork among students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, adjusting instructional methods as needed for improvement.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations regarding safety, health, and educational standards in preschool settings.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
- Improved learning with well-structured lesson plans that made complex concepts easier for preschoolers to understand.
- Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Initiated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's progress, strengthening family-school connections.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet needs of each student, offering personalized support where necessary.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Toddler Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2012 - 02.2013
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered curiosity and learning in toddlers.
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to support diverse developmental needs.
- Cultivated a safe and nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Enhanced daily activities by integrating sensory play, music, and art to stimulate creativity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Supported children during transitions between activities or environments by providing clear instructions and guidance as needed.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
- Managed classroom materials and resources effectively to ensure a well-stocked learning environment at all times.
- Monitored children''s progress through regular assessments and adjusted teaching approaches accordingly.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to reinforce appropriate behavior in the classroom.
- Ensured all children felt valued, respected, and included within the classroom by fostering a culture of empathy and support.
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones and prepared detailed reports for parent-teacher conferences.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Cypress Christian Daycare
03.2006 - 02.2012
- Assisted in implementing age-appropriate learning activities for infants and toddlers.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
- Collaborated with team members to create lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones.
- Engaged children in play-based learning experiences to foster social skills and creativity.
- Observed and documented children's progress to inform future educational strategies.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily activities and developmental achievements.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching practices and knowledge of child development.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual children's needs to promote engagement and growth.
- Provided support during transitions between classrooms or activities, ensuring smooth adjustments for young children.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring a clean, organized space conducive to learning at all times.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to state regulations and implementing consistent routines for care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH03-2008
High School Diploma -
West Jefferson High School
West Jefferson, OH06-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Curriculum planning
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Parent communication
- Child safety procedures
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Cypress Christian Daycare
01.2014 - 03.2018
Toddler Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2012 - 02.2013
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Cypress Christian Daycare
03.2006 - 02.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Clark State Community College
High School Diploma -
West Jefferson High School
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