Amy Gobbel
Bowling Green, VA *****
*********@*****.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Pre-K Teacher Assistant
Learn 'n Play Preschool and Children's Center-Fredericksburg, VA April 2024 to Present
Daily care for up to eighteen four to five year olds, with a co-teacher. Art preparation. Teaching about manners, health, hygiene and maintain a daily routine for the children in my care. Helping develop problem solving skills, responsibilities, accountability, social emotional development and helping them learn to follow the rules while still having fun and staying safe. Cultivating independence safely. Childcare Lead Teacher-PreK
VCU Health System-Richmond, VA
May 2022 to April 2024
Daily care for up to eighteen four to five year olds, with a co-teacher. . Lesson planning. Art preparation. Teaching about manners, health, hygiene and maintain a daily routine for the children in my care. Helping develop problem solving skills, responsibilities, accountability, social emotional development and helping them learn to follow the rules while still having fun and staying safe. Cultivating independence safely. All while using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning through play. Lead Pre-K Teacher
Four Seasons Daycare-King George, VA
June 2021 to May 2022
Daily care for up to ten four year olds. Lesson planning. Art preparation. Teaching about manners, health, hygiene and maintain a daily routine for the children in my care. Helping develop problem solving skills, responsibilities, character and helping them learn to follow the rules while still having fun and staying safe.
Implementing my lesson and art plans to help my children succeed. Cultivating independence safely. Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher
Fun Farm Centers-Manquin, VA
March 2020 to April 2021
I was the lead infant/toddler teacher. I provided loving and nurturing care to up to four infants/toddlers at a time.
I changed diapers, fed, played with, fixed boo boos and provided a safe and nurturing environment for the children in my care.
I provided both written and verbal communication to the parents each day. I cleaned and sanitize bottles, toys, surfaces and bedding daily. Lead Teacher
Countryside Children’s Daycare-Ruther Glen, VA
May 2019 to March 2020
I worked as a Lead Teacher for 2 1/2 to 3 year olds. I come up with and implement age appropriate lesson plans. I help kids development a sense of independence and accountability.
I assist with potty training and changing diapers. I strive to provide a loving and nurturing environment for the children in my class. Teacher Assistant
RFD Head Start-Bowling Green, VA
December 2018 to May 2019
I was the teacher assistant in one of the Head Start classes. I assisted and supported the lead teacher in implementing the lesson plans for the week. I preformed daily health checks on the children in my care. I helped them with their hygiene such as brushing their teeth and using the bathroom when needed. I assisted the teacher with her goals of teaching and preparing certain children for Kindergarten. I helped to provide a loving, nurturing and educational environment through play and everyday interaction with the children.
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie Kingdom-Ashland, VA
September 2016 to December 2018
I started out as a floater and then the lead two year old teacher for a year. When I left in December of 2018 I was the lead preschool teacher.
I came up with and implemented lesson plans for the week as well as change diapers and potty train. I provided a loving and safe environment for the children I cared for. Pre-K Assistant Teacher
First United Methodist Preschool-Stuart, FL
August 2013 to June 2016
As a pre-k assistant teacher I was responsible for many different things, including, but not limited to, snack setup, cleaning of classroom, weekly newsletter, art prep, maintaining supplies, care and supervision of up to 15 kids, yearly training and monthly staff meetings. Lead One Year Old Teacher
Redeemer Lutheran Church and School-Stuart, FL
April 2012 to July 2013
As the lead teacher I was responsible for coming up with and implementing lesson plans for up to six one year olds.
I was also responsible for feeding, diapering, interacting with and the general well being of up to six one year olds.
Administrative Assistant/Title Clerk
T & S Auto Sales-Stuart, FL
January 1999 to February 2001
Customer service by assisting customers with purchasing a used car, making payments and doing the title work for the cars that were sold.
Education
High school or equivalent
Sahuaro High School - Tucson, AZ
September 1987 to June 1989
Skills
• Child Care
• Teacher Assistant
• CPR
• Teaching
• Organizational Skills
• Filing
• Microsoft Office
• retail sales
• Preschool Experience
• Classroom Management
• Nannying
• Experience with Children
• Toddler Care
• Infant Care
• Classroom Experience
• Autism Experience
• Data entry
• Childcare
• Computer literacy
• Sanitation
• Caregiving
• Curriculum Development
• Behavior Management
• Early childhood education
• English
• Medication Administration
• Special Needs
• Home Care
• Food Preparation
• Communication skills
• Time management
• Early intervention
• Childhood development
• Preschool experience
• Classroom management
• Classroom experience
• Teaching
• Childcare
• Early childhood education
• Nannying
• Customer service
• English
• Computer skills
• Babysitting
• Daycare
Certifications and Licenses
CPR/First Aid
September 2023 to September 2025
MAT
January 2024 to January 2027
Virginia Department of Social Services Medication Administration Training First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
Driver's License
Assessments
Attention to detail — Proficient
July 2021
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Full results: Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
I have worked with children for over 30 years. I have been a live-in nanny, a live-out nanny, a babysitter and I am currently working as a preschool teacher. I have experience with children six weeks old to sixteen years old. I have experience working with bipolar children and children with RAD. I also have experience working with children with Autism.
I am currently working towards my CDA.