Priscilla Carpenter
Forestville
Summary
I am a trained early childhood educator that is attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements and parent wishes. Cares about student wellbeing and growth.
I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Caring Early Childhood Educator with alot of experience and enthusiasm for teaching students vital skills for development and future success. Successful in building strong teacher-student relationships using upbeat attitude, patience, and personable communication. Adaptable in coordinating with peers on team projects as well as working independently.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Forestville Elementary School
Forestville
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning at home and school.
- Cultivated a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all students.
- Implemented age-appropriate educational tools and resources effectively.
- Maintained clear communication with staff regarding student needs and progress.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Facilitated interactive activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Assessed student progress through observation and formal evaluations.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Food Service Worker
Forestville Elementary School
Forestville
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following school dietary guidelines.
- Served food to students in a timely manner during lunch periods.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas throughout service hours.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth meal service operations.
Education
El Molino High School
Forestville, CASkills
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Educational resource implementation
- Safety compliance
- Play-based learning
- Positive reinforcement
- Relationship building
- Creative expression
- Maintaining safety
- Visual aids creation
- Clear communication
- Outdoor play
- Behavioral management
- Arts and crafts
- Health and safety
- Child's CPR certified
- Nutrition education
- Problem-solving
- Managing activities
Certification
- I have my CPR Certificate
- I am compliant in all training required yearly for the school and state
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Forestville Elementary School
12.2024 - Current
Food Service Worker
Forestville Elementary School
02.2024 - Current
El Molino High School