Maame Abena Konadu Karikari
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Kingsley Apedoe
09.2019 - Current
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching practices, refining techniques for optimal student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to measure student progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as field trips and community service projects to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Private Nanny
Diana Mensah
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Managed medical appointments, ensuring regular check-ups and vaccinations were up-to-date for each child.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Studied and took notes from parents about food allergies to understand ingredients and requirements to keep children safe.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Private Nanny
Henrietta Blackson
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
Education
Bachelor Of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Education, Winneba
Winneba, Ghana Certificate - Early Childhood Education
National Nursery Teachers Training Center
Accra, Ghana 06.2019
Skills
- Special needs education
- Motor Skill Development
- Developmental needs
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Goal Setting
- Self-Esteem Boosting
- Leading activities
- Arts and crafts
- Classroom Organization
- Safety awareness
- Maintaining safety
- Preparing meals
- Storytelling Techniques
- Sensory Activities
- Music Appreciation
- Fine Motor Skills
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Circle Time Management
- Gross Motor Skills
- Outdoor Play
- Child Development
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Continuous Improvement
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Field Trip Supervision
- Interpersonal Communication
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Rule Enforcement
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Creative Thinking
- Differentiated Instruction
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Excellent Communication
- Progress Monitoring
- Early Childhood Education
Certification
- Area of certification Training - Timeframe
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Kingsley Apedoe
09.2019 - Current
Private Nanny
Henrietta Blackson
10.2017 - 07.2019
Private Nanny
Diana Mensah
06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor Of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Education, Winneba
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
National Nursery Teachers Training Center
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