Taylor Ricketts
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Objective
To use my skills and experience, and thereby promote a positive atmosphere, and higher quality education among children. My goal is to convey knowledge to young learners with various teaching methodologies that would help children uplift their self esteem and maintain interest and enthusiasm in learning.
Achievements and skills
•Planning the indoor and outdoor environment to provide a positive and safe learning environment.
•Using creative and practical skills to prepare inspiring learning materials.
•Monitoring and reporting on children's development and identifying those with possible learning difficulties, consulting other professionals where appropriate.
•Communicating effectively with parents about their children's development.
•Dealing creatively and effectively with any problem situations that may arise.
•Ensuring that the health and safety of children and staff is maintained at all times, both inside and outside the classroom environment.
•Have excellent communication skills to deliver and present learning effectively
•Can create an enthusiastic environment and make learning a happy journey among children
•Have creative and imaginative blend which helps in developing lessons in a practical and interesting manner among children
•Have a caring attitude to attend to children’s needs and concerns in timely manner
• Have a strong desire to work with children Planning and organizing a range of individual and group activities, including role play,
Education
Associate of Arts- General Studies – Valencia College, Orlando Florida – 2012
Associate of Arts- Early Childhood Education- Valencia College, Orlando Florida- December 2012
Valencia College relevant classes:
Medical Terminology Course
Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II
Professions of caring course
Clinical Nutrition course
Nursing I-V classes
Over 400 Hours of clinical work
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Teaching Diverse Populations
Technology for Educators
Developmental Psychology
High School Diploma- Gateway High school – May 2006
Certifications
CPR (Adult and Child) certified and BLS certified
Currently obtaining my 45 hours of training from DCF
Work History
Lago Vista Resort- Kissimmee Florida-
Front Desk Supervisor 2006-2012
Reservations, Balancing drawers daily, Check in/out, Collections, Answering multiple phone lines, Work orders, Ensuring the guest has a memorable vacation experience
Ending Salary: $11.50
Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital- Orlando Florida-
Student Nurse January 2012 – May 2012
Provided care and responsibilities of an RN to children ranging from birth to 21 years old.
Obtained 150 hours of clinical experience on an a medical/surgical floor
Bright Start Pediatrics- Orlando Florida-
Student Nurse- May 2012
Provided Care and responsibilities of an RN to children with disabilities from newborn to 16 years old. I was also able to spend time in the preschool unit observing the role of the teacher.
Obtained 20 hours of clinical experience on site