Sadie Stroupe
Arrington
Summary
Dynamic Lead Childcare Teacher skilled in classroom organization, adept at fostering positive relationships with children and parents. Proven ability to create engaging, age-appropriate activities while maintaining a clean and safe environment. Strong work ethic and commitment to supporting children who have special needs to enhance their overall developmental progress.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nannie
Private nannying
Nashville
11.2025 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Supported age-appropriate social emotional support
- Helped potty training
- Supported with school drop off and pick up
- Cooked and prepared meals
- Assisted in household chores
Private Babysitter
Nashville
01.2018 - Current
- Adapted quickly to different situations depending on age of children being cared for.
- Created a positive atmosphere through providing encouragement, support and praise.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Engaged in outdoor activities such as walks or trips with the kids.
- Administered basic first aid treatments when needed in emergency situations.
- Worked collaboratively with parents to develop schedules that met their needs.
- Assisted with potty training for younger toddlers when required.
- Performed regular check-ins with parents regarding progress made during babysitting hours.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, cleaning, organizing toys.
Co lead teacher
Brentwood United Methodist Church
Brentwood
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse groups of children.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Provided differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
Lead Teacher
Donelson Heights UMC
Nashville
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided a safe environment for children through monitoring activities, supervising playtime, and enforcing rules.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and caregivers to ensure open communication regarding their children's progress. Developed actionable goals geared towards improvement.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills by maintaining neat classrooms with materials easily accessible for use at any given time.
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Identified children showing signs of emotional, developmental and health-related problems and discussed them with supervisors, parents, and guardians, and child development specialists.
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs.
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Branch
Lebanon
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces.
- Supervised outdoor playtime to support child safety.
- Assisted with mealtime preparation and clean up for toddlers, including setting tables, serving meals, and cleaning up afterwards.
- Assisted in transitioning children from one activity to another.
- Maintained daily records of attendance, meals served, naps taken, diaper changes and other pertinent information.
Education
Child Development Association - Early Childhood Education
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TNSkills
- Classroom organization
- Age-appropriate activities
- Supportive, nurturing interactions
- Strong work ethic
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Adept at working with children who have special needs
Certification
- CPR
- First Aid
References
- Laura Bilbrey, Neighbor, Senior Director of Implementation and Learning, Teaching Strategies, (615) 934-6935, laurabilbrey@me.com
- Seresta Hawkins, Supervisor, Head Director, Donelson Heights United Methodist, (615) 485-7702, serestahawkins@comcast.net
- More references available upon request
Timeline
Nannie
Private nannying
11.2025 - Current
Co lead teacher
Brentwood United Methodist Church
04.2025 - 11.2025
Lead Teacher
Donelson Heights UMC
05.2023 - 03.2025
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Branch
09.2021 - 10.2022
Private Babysitter
01.2018 - Current
Child Development Association - Early Childhood Education
Nashville State Community College