JAIDA THOMPSON
Lawrence
Summary
As a Certified Child Development Teacher & Guidance Professional, with over 6 years of experience, I seek to serve an organization where my professional expertise and administrative practices can be utilized and challenged.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Small Blessings Child Care
110 Parker Street, Lawrence Massachusetts
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Crafted structured plans to foster an interactive learning environment for children.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Processed various forms of payments accurately and maintained detailed Financial records.
- Completed and organized paperwork efficiently, ensuring all documentation met required standards.
- Communicated professionally with parents via phone and in person to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Maintained positive and respectful relationships with families, fostering open lines of communication.
- Supported and engaged with autistic children using individualized strategies to promote learning and positive behavior.
Certified Teacher
Bright Horizons Brickstone
Andover, MA
09.2020 - 01.2022
- They plan creative activities for entertaining them, aiding their intellectual development. They also encourage positive interactions among other kids at the center, providing a safe place to grow.
Certified Lead Teacher
Cadence Education (Next Generation Children's Center)
North Andover, MA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Responsible for planning, preparing, and implementing daily activities. Also trusted to monitor children’s progress and remain committed to their skill-building. Effectively communicated with other teachers, parents, and staff. Consistent with academic, social, and emotional development of children.
Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
North Andover, MA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Entrusted to aid lead teacher with implementing daily activities. Overseer of classroom activities and communicated with teachers, parents, staff, and students. Assisted administration in update records for students.
Staff
Youth Development Organization (YDO)
Lawrence, MA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported efforts of successful program completion. Performed general office duties and helped to build company morale.
Staff
Latitude Sports Club
Methuen, MA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for daily success of gym operations. Communicated with customers and ensured safety measures were followed. Trusted with managing appointments and administrative duties.
Education
Associate Of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MADiploma - undefined
Lawrence High School
05.2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Classroom organization
- Early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity planning
- Curriculum planning
- Training in food handling preparation
- Bilingual in language
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Special needs support
- Daycare management
- Schedule creation and maintenance
Certification
Teacher certification in infants, toddlers and preschool
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Small Blessings Child Care
07.2023 - Current
Certified Teacher
Bright Horizons Brickstone
09.2020 - 01.2022
Certified Lead Teacher
Cadence Education (Next Generation Children's Center)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Staff
Youth Development Organization (YDO)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Staff
Latitude Sports Club
01.2015 - 01.2016
Diploma - undefined
Lawrence High School
Associate Of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Essex Community College