Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning. Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development. Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods. Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors. Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development. Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters. Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques. Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children. Experience Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth. Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning. Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems. Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs. Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children. Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression. Observed children to record development. Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines. Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts. Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits. Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff. Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships. Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being. Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes. Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles. Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.