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Laci Payne

Harriman

Summary

Dedicated childcare provider with over 10 years of experience working with children ranging in ages 0-12, not only in a daycare/school setting, but also church related actives such as Vacation Bible School and Wednesday night children's programs. Dependable, adaptable to change, and skilled in classroom management, creating positive student-teacher relationships as well as parent-teacher relationships that are built on trust and communication. Eager and always ready to assist fellow employees with job tasks and can handle various duties and assignments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Provider/Preschool Teacher

Calvary Baptist School
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Midway Elementary School
11.2019 - 05.2020
  • 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 20 children through entire school day.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room/Floater Teacher

Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church/Weekday School
01.2017 - 09.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
  • Enhanced toddler development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities and playtime experiences.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Private Nanny

Brandon and Kelsey Martin
07.2015 - 01.2017
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.

Childcare Provider

Calvary Baptist School and Daycare
05.2014 - 07.2015

*See Above*

Education

No Degree - Elementary Education

Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN

High School Diploma -

Midway High School
Kingston, TN
05-2013

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Lesson plan development
  • Adaptability
  • Dependable
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Early childhood education
  • Parent-teacher communication

Timeline

Childcare Provider/Preschool Teacher

Calvary Baptist School
08.2020 - Current

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Midway Elementary School
11.2019 - 05.2020

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room/Floater Teacher

Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church/Weekday School
01.2017 - 09.2019

Private Nanny

Brandon and Kelsey Martin
07.2015 - 01.2017

Childcare Provider

Calvary Baptist School and Daycare
05.2014 - 07.2015

No Degree - Elementary Education

Roane State Community College

High School Diploma -

Midway High School
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