Holly LeBlanc
GARDNER
Summary
Dynamic and dependable professional with a strong background in childcare and education, notably as an Assistant Teacher at The Learning Experience. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and enhance student engagement through effective communication and critical thinking. Highly organized, adaptable, and committed to creating supportive learning environments that promote growth and development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
11.2003 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Private Nanny
Sara Licciardo
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and development of children.
- Planned engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social skills.
- Facilitated effective communication between parents and children regarding daily progress.
- Implemented routines that fostered a sense of security and stability for children.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment conducive to learning and play.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
House Cleaner
The Cleaning Advantage
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Performed thorough cleaning of residential spaces, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Implemented efficient cleaning routines to maximize time management and enhance client satisfaction.
- Trained new staff on effective cleaning techniques and safety protocols to maintain quality service.
- Utilized industry-standard cleaning products and equipment to ensure safe and effective results.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify areas for improvement in cleaning processes and service delivery.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients through reliable service and open communication regarding needs and feedback.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to tailor instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to facilitate academic growth.
- Organized educational activities that promoted teamwork and critical thinking skills.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom events.
- Utilized various teaching tools to enhance lesson delivery and student understanding.
- Adapted instructional strategies based on individual student assessments and needs.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through effective communication of progress and challenges.
- Assisted with preparation of teaching materials and resources, streamlining lesson execution.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Promoted literacy and comprehension skills through guided reading sessions.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying abreast of best practices in education.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student performances and identify areas for improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05-2003
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
Fairfield, ME06-1999
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Decision-making
- Organization and time management
Timeline
Private Nanny
Sara Licciardo
08.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2017 - 06.2018
House Cleaner
The Cleaning Advantage
03.2015 - 04.2019
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
11.2003 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
Fitchburg State University
High School Diploma -
Lawrence High School
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