Marion Braxton
Louisville
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator focused on fostering emotional, social, and educational development in young children. Skilled in implementing developmentally appropriate activities and creating nurturing learning environments. Advocate for holistic health that enhances academic success through tailored lessons and adaptive teaching methods.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Toddler Teacher
Providence Childcare And Preschool
Louisville
03.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to preschool learning styles while also aligning with our Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, music, storytelling, and dramatic play, regularly rotating supplies to maintain engagement and support monthly themes.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual needs in order to maximize learning potentials, encouraging one on one learning with children with special needs to ensure they are getting the best education experience.
- Incorporated sign language into daily routines in order to foster communication skills among nonverbal preschoolers.
- Maintained clean and organized classroom to promote optimal learning experiences, regularly resetting space for easy access to materials.
- Documented children's progress and conducted ASQ assessments to provide additional support for those in need.
- Implemented discipline techniques that respected individuality and self-esteem, applying strategies learned from year-long conscious discipline training.
Floater
Brightstart Childcare And Preschool
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and effectiveness.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Supervised children during playtime and structured activities to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
- Supported classroom behavior management using positive reinforcement techniques to promote a conducive learning environment.
- Supported kitchen operations by helping with food preparation and organization. by preparing ingredients and maintaining cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY 08.2023 - 05.2025
Seneca Highschool - Early Childhood Education
Seneca Highschool
Louisville, KY 08.2019 - 06.2023
Skills
- Developmental assessment
- Classroom management
- Special needs adaptation
- Curriculum development
- Group and individual instruction
- Toilet training strategies
- Positive reinforcement
- Artistic development
- Organizational skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- CPR certified
- BLS
- First Aid
- Directors certification
Accomplishments
Completed a 3 year early childhood education program class through High-school
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jefferson Community And Technical College
08.2023 - 05.2025
Toddler Teacher
Providence Childcare And Preschool
03.2023 - Current
Floater
Brightstart Childcare And Preschool
05.2022 - 03.2023
Seneca Highschool - Early Childhood Education
Seneca Highschool
08.2019 - 06.2023