Mary Madden
Memphis
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 3 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursery Toddler Teacher
Hutchison School
08.2024 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment frequently to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
Nanny
Nanny
05.2019 - 07.2024
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene, and socialization.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Read and discussed stories with children to boost literacy and reading comprehension skills.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support the development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
St. Louis Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
Before and After School Care Teacher
Lord of Life Preschool
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Cared for children ages two to five in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content
All Kid's Academy Intern/Child Development Intern
Le Bonheur
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Helped launch an upcoming program with Le Bonheur.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on an age-appropriate level.
- Built rapport with patients.
- Developed developmentally appropriate activities and games using arts and crafts to support learning, verbal skills, and developmental growth.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Communicated with internship mentor to help build program.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Youth Services Worker
Zen Studio Fitness
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities and concerns.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ranging in age from six weeks to sixth grade.
Education
Bachelor of Professional Studies - Child Development And Family Studies
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Language development
- Group and individual instruction
- Age-appropriate activities
- Classroom organization
- Storytelling
Timeline
Nursery Toddler Teacher
Hutchison School
08.2024 - Current
All Kid's Academy Intern/Child Development Intern
Le Bonheur
01.2023 - 05.2023
Infant/Toddler Teacher
St. Louis Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Before and After School Care Teacher
Lord of Life Preschool
01.2022 - 05.2023
Youth Services Worker
Zen Studio Fitness
02.2021 - 03.2024
Nanny
Nanny
05.2019 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Professional Studies - Child Development And Family Studies
University of Memphis
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