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Teresa M. Mitchell1309 Mellonville AveSanford, FL 32771Email: [email protected]
April 21, 2015
Dear Homes For The Homeless
Due to me keen interest and familiarity with child care and development, I am quite excited to apply for the position as an Assistant Teacher. I possess a great knowledge of child guidance methods and developmentally–appropriate practices and curriculum which makes me an exceptional candidate for this position.
As indicated in my resume, I have a demonstrated ability to ensure that the tasks performed are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the employer. Additionally, I am well versed in maintaining an atmosphere of care, comfort, and safety for children.
Using this knowledge children’s needs, I would be able to deal successfully with all kinds of children including ones that are very difficult to handle. I understand that all that children need is love and affection and they can be adapted to behave better. My training and experience has taught me how to look after little people’s hygiene, intellectual or psychological needs.
As a self-motivated and reliable Early Year Teacher, I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and exemplify how I can contribute progressively as an Assistant Teacher. I am available to take calls any time on my cellular phone.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Teresa M. Mitchell
Teresa Mignon Mitchell
1309 Mellonville AveSanford, FL 32771
(407)708-8682(407)321-5514
ObjectiveUse my skills and experience to promote a positive atmosphere, with a higher quality of education among children. To one day obtain a challenging and responsible position with a company using my abilities and knowledge effectively and efficiently for children. To be able to have an opportunity to learn and developing new skills that may help the company and /or institution.
Summary of Qualifications Twenty-three plus years of experience in childcare. Extensive background in working with preschool, primary, and elementary school
children. Educated in new learning tools to enhance educational programs; (.generates classroom
excitement by introducing hands-on-lessons and programming, device and implement cross-curricular to link math and history concepts.)
Skills-oriented person, professional attitude and highly motivated individual. Excellent interpersonal skills. Very good at maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children to explore without
undue risks.
Work Experience Director, Teacher We Care Day Care (Family Home Child Care), Sanford, FL (2000-Present)
Keeper of records on individual children, including daily observations and information about kids activities, meals served and their medications administered.
Operator of in-house daycare center within the business. Prepare lesson plans. Instruct children, and teach simple painting, drawing, handcrafts, and songs Organize and participate in recreational activities. Provides counseling and therapy to mentally disturbed, delinquent, or handicapped
children. Organizer and manager of daily materials to ensure order in activity areas, Conducts parent teacher conference and meetings Assists in preparation and serving of daily meals for kids. (Sterilizing bottles and
preparing formulas.)
Private Childcare Worker Teresa M. Mitchell, Sanford, FL (1998-2000)
Recommended and initiated measures to control child behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books.
Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and brought them to parents and guardians’ attention.
Supported children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Childcare Teacher Crooms Academy (Teen Parent Program), Sanford, FL (1994- 1998)
Planned and executed daily lesson plans. Worked with New Teen Mothers and Fathers entering the program. Worked corporately with Teen Parents enrolled in the childcare class and other childcare
workers. Prepared and administered monthly progress reports for individual children in the two-
three year old group. Attended regular staff meeting on Wednesday. Cared for children with a variety of problems.
Childcare Teacher/Assistant KinderCare Learning Center, Sanford, FL (1990-1994)
Worked with a group of 17 ages of children from 3 to 5 years of age. Managed the opening and closing procedures of the facility. Prepared lesson plans and daily report. Planned and executed age-appropriate activities that promote social, cognitive, and
physical skills. Childcare Teacher Assistant Rescue Childcare Center, Sanford, FL (1989-1990)
Assisted the lead teachers in planning the lessons and implementing of study programs for children.
Supervised the activities of children and ensure their safety in absence of lead teacher. Attend parents-teachers meetings and inform parents about the behavior of the child
while in day care center. Conducted different recreational activities like drawing, coloring, music, drama, etc. Ensured that small children completed their exercising regime daily.
EDUCATION
Associate of Science Degree Early Childhood Management Seminole State College Sanford, FL Graduate April 13, 2013 Associate of Science Degree Early Childhood Education Seminole State College Sanford, FL Graduate April 27, 2012
Current GPA 2.8 on 4.0 scale Related course work completed: Growth and Development, Observing and Guiding
Children Behavior, Families and Community, Early Literacy for Young Children, Inclusion and Special Needs in Early Childhood Education.
Early Childhood Education Preschool SpecializationSeminole State CollegeSanford, FL Technical Certificate April 27, 2012
Educational AssistingSeminole State CollegeSanford, FL Technical Certificate April 27, 2012
Child Care Management SpecializationSeminole State CollegeSanford, FLTechnical Certificate August 1, 2011
Staff Credential Verification Formal Education 4098865 07/13/2012
Director Credential Level I 4098873 07/13/2012 -07/13/2017
COMMUNITY SERVICE Volunteered with the National Family Home Childcare Conference 2011 Volunteered with the Goldsboro Front Porch Program in Sanford, FL Volunteered with Antioch Missionary Church childcare nursery once a month Volunteered with Reach out and Read