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Sarina Poppen

Moncks Corner,SC

Summary

Skilled childcare professional well-versed in developmentally appropriate lesson planning, housekeeping and dietary requirements. Work with kids of all ages on long and short range goals and objectives through daily observation. Joins with colleagues in maintaining order and security. Provides a wholesome stimulating, creative educational climate while supervising outside activities, lunches, and classroom activities. Able to perform other duties as assigned.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-K Assistant Teacher

MWR Child Development Center/Bright From the Start
07.2022 - 05.2025
  • Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom routines, creating a structured learning environment conducive to student growth.
  • Monitored student progress using assessments and data analysis tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to improve outcomes.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive behavior reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for conduct.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education, continuously improving teaching techniques.
  • Supported student social-emotional development by providing consistent guidance, modeling appropriate behaviors, and offering empathetic listening skills during challenging situations.

Child Youth Programs Assistant

MWR Child Development Center
06.2012 - 09.2015
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Kept areas clean, organized and stocked and sanitized surfaces and toys.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
  • Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Cared for children ages birth to five in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.

CYP Assistant

MWR Child Development Center
09.2011 - 04.2012
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings and daily observations.
  • Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.

Head Teacher

Carelot Children's Center
03.2011 - 08.2011
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

CYP Assistant

MWR Kings Bay
03.2008 - 01.2011
  • Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative and play-oriented activities all children.
  • Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, CT
12.2011

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Fitch High School
Groton, CT
01.2003

Skills

  • Developmental Focus
  • Creative Thinking
  • Lesson Plan Creation
  • Problem Solving
  • Coordination and Teamwork
  • Progress Reports and Documentation
  • Parent Relationships

Certification

  • Successfully completed 13 modules of Training in infant/toddler and school age.

References

Shawna Lindsey (912) 227-2323


Becky Williams (401) 373-8064


Hannah Johnson (912) 674-6640

Timeline

Pre-K Assistant Teacher

MWR Child Development Center/Bright From the Start
07.2022 - 05.2025

Child Youth Programs Assistant

MWR Child Development Center
06.2012 - 09.2015

CYP Assistant

MWR Child Development Center
09.2011 - 04.2012

Head Teacher

Carelot Children's Center
03.2011 - 08.2011

CYP Assistant

MWR Kings Bay
03.2008 - 01.2011

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Three Rivers Community College

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Fitch High School

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