Myrtle Okai

** ***** ******, *********, **

Cell: 774-***-****

Email: (mlokai6875@ Gmail.com)

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a challenging and responsible position to use my abilities, skills, and experience to promote a positive atmosphere that enhances a higher quality education among children.

EDUCATION

Associate of Arts (Early Childhood Education) Preschool Option- Quinsigamond Community College 2015

Associate of Arts (Early Childhood Education) Pre-K to Grade 2 Option-Quinsigamond Community College 2015

CERTIFICATIONS

Department of Early Education and Care - LT P, LT I/T, D I, D II

CPR

First Aid

EXPERIENCE

Little Ones Childcare October 2017-Present

Lead Teacher

Constructed weekly lesson plans for daily implementation and monitored the needs of approximately 20 children.

Managed and coordinated a team of 14 teachers and two assistants under the supervision of the director. Tutored teachers on how to record behavior observations of children under their direct care and made presentation/ recommendations to the program director.

Handled daily scheduling needs for all employees when needed.

Worked with co-worker to create classroom portfolios.

Little Patriots Childcare

Director/Lead teacher February 2011-August 2017

Responsible for the daily operations of a Childcare center. To ensure a safe and educational environment for young children, manage teaching staff, develop curriculum in coordination with teachers, communicate with parents, and uphold the center's reputation.

YMCA of Central Massachusetts April 1996 – Jan 2011

YMCA Center for Child Development June 2007-2011

Lead Teacher

Same as above.

Preschool Teacher September 2000-2007

Responsible for teaching daily lessons, practical sessions of lessons taught, coordinating games and fun activities among children ages 1-5 years old.

Taught and executed children's projects from conception to completion based on approved curriculum.

Planned and organized a variety of activities for both individuals and groups including: play, dance, singing, games, arts and crafts, designed to help children develop their talents and improve their skills on a daily basis.

YMCA School’s Out Program Coordinator October 1997- June 2001

Camp Director, Camp Blanchard June 2001 – August 2001

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School’s Out Site Coordinator August 1998- June 2001

Camp Counselor, City camp Summers, June 1997-August 1999

School’s Out Group leader August 1996-June 1997

Child Watch/Outreach May 1996-August 1996

Skills

The ability to create an enthusiastic environment and make learning a happy journey among children

Ability to create an imaginative blend which helps in delivering lessons in a practical and interesting manner

A caring attitude to attend to children's needs and concerns in a timely manner

Knowledge of NAEYC accreditation and EEC Guidelines

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