Early Childhood Educator and Nutrition Specialist

Olajumoke Leshi

Phone: 859-***-**** I Email: ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Dedicated Early Childhood Educator and Nutrition Specialist with 6+ years of classroom leadership experience supporting children’s cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. Skilled in planning engaging, play-based instruction and integrating interdisciplinary approaches that connect health, nutrition, science, and early learning concepts. Currently expanding instructional practice to include science education, with the ability to foster inquiry-based learning, hands-on discovery, observation, and scientific thinking. Committed to maintaining inclusive, nurturing, responsive learning environments where all students feel valued and encouraged to explore. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and digital learning tools, recognized for adaptability, reflective practice, and strong commitment to student development and academic success.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Teacher

09/2024 - 08/2025

High Street Neighborhood Centre,

Lexington, Kentucky

● Planned and delivered appropriate curriculum developmentally, play-based activities for a classroom of 17 children, resulting in 95% daily participation and measurable cognitive, emotional, and fine motor skills.

● Established structured classroom routine and schedules in compliance with the state early childhood education standards, achieving 99% adherence during reviews

● Monitored and documented each child’s developmental milestones progress, using data-driven assessments to individualize learning plans and support steady progress.

● Directed and monitored classroom assistants, ensuring 100% alignment with the curriculum goals and maintaining smooth daily operation throughout the school year. Graduate Assistant (Assistant Teacher)

08/2022 - 05/2024

Early Childhood Laboratory, College of Education, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky

● Supported the lead teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate play-based activities for 15 children in a three and four-year-old classroom, achieving over 90% active participation during instructional sessions.

● Facilitated small group and one-on-one learning experiences to reinforce instructional goals, contributing to observable improvement in children’s cognitive and language skills

● Assisted with classroom management, ensuring a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment that resulted in consistent daily attendance above 90% and a notable increase in children's engagement and non-disruptive behavior. Lecturer

07/2016 - 08/2022

Emmanuel Alayande University of Education.

Oyo, Nigeria

● Prepared and delivered engaging lectures, tutorials, and observations in Child Development and Nutrition, Child Survival, and Infant Nutrition for 40-50 college students, achieving a good student satisfaction rate and consistent improvement in assessment outcomes.

● Supervised students on teaching practice placements, providing individualized mentorship and constructive feedback, which led to a 20 - 30% increase in teaching competence scores based on evaluation rubrics.

● Published and presented peer-reviewed research findings at conferences and departmental seminars, contributing to the faculty’s academic visibility

● Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic performance at both the individual and class level, ensuring 100% compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.

EDUCATION

● University of Kentucky, Lexington. Kentucky

Master of Education, Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, 05/2024.

● University of Ibadan, Ibadan. Nigeria

Postgraduate Diploma in Education,04/2013.

● University of Ibadan, Ibadan. Nigeria

Master of Science, Human Nutrition, 10/2011.

● Bowen University, Iwo. Nigeria

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry 07/2007.

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