Meghan Kephart
Altoona
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with a strong work ethic and proven ability to enhance child development at Blair Regional Early Learning Center. Skilled in fostering parent communication and implementing effective behavior management techniques, I promote a safe and nurturing environment while encouraging social and emotional growth in children. CPR trained and committed to health and safety.
Professional in group supervision with focus on enhancing team dynamics and operational efficiency. Known for cultivating supportive and productive atmosphere, ensuring all team members are aligned towards common goals. Reliable and adaptable, with strong emphasis on collaboration and achieving results.
Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Group Supervisor
Blair Regional Early Learning Center
10.2020 - Current
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent adherence to daycare policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Contributed to increased parent satisfaction by effectively communicating with families about their child''s progress and any concerns.
- Achieved a nurturing classroom atmosphere by consistently displaying patience, empathy, and understanding toward all children.
- Aided in the assessment of students'' developmental milestones, identifying areas needing support or intervention.
- Supported children''s emotional and social growth by fostering strong relationships, understanding individual needs, and promoting positive behavior.
- Reduced potential health risks to children by promptly addressing injuries or illnesses and notifying parents as needed.
- Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
- Ensured student safety through vigilant supervision during indoor and outdoor playtimes.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Improved communication with parents by implementing regular updates on student progress and behavior.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Assistant Manager
Justice Tween Brands
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, significantly reducing shrinkage.
- Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
YTI Career Institute
Altoona, PA09-2017
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Gross motor skills development
- Parent communication
- Early childhood education
- Physical activity encouragement
- Child development
- Child safety procedures
- Infant care
- CPR training
- Health and safety
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safety and supervision
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Time management
Timeline
Assistant Group Supervisor
Blair Regional Early Learning Center
10.2020 - Current
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool
10.2018 - 10.2020
Assistant Manager
Justice Tween Brands
01.2017 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
YTI Career Institute
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