Kristine Dutour
Martinton
Summary
I have had a Cda for three yrs in infant, toddlers and twos. I have been lead teacher and enjoy being involved in the daily planning and establishing a fun and safe environment. I also have my cpr and first aid certification along with other dcfs trainings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Toddler/twos Teacher
Play Palz
Chebanse, IL
05.2021 - Current
- Facilitated daily activities to promote social skills and emotional development.
- Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans tailored to two-year-olds' developmental needs.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
- Collaborated with team members to implement effective teaching strategies and routines.
- Observed and documented children's progress to inform individualized support plans.
- Engaged children in interactive play to enhance cognitive and motor skills development.
- Adapted instructional materials based on children's interests and learning styles.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's milestones and classroom activities.
- Assessed student growth using various evaluation methods, allowing for tailored instruction and targeted interventions as needed.
- Increased parent involvement by hosting regular communication sessions and providing resources for at-home support.
- Enhanced students'' social skills through consistent modeling and reinforcement of positive behavior.
Assistant Infant Teacher and Twos Assistant Yeache
Fortin Villa Day Care
Kankakee
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Assisted in creating and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans for infants.
- Monitored and documented children's developmental progress through daily observations.
- Supported a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Engaged infants in educational activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to facilitate smooth classroom operations and transitions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily activities and milestones.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom materials for optimal learning conditions.
School Age Teacher, Bus Driver , Infants,twos
KinderCare Learning Centers
Bourbonnais, IL
08.2001 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster child development and learning.
- Facilitated daily activities, encouraging social interaction and communication skills among students.
- Monitored student progress, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs effectively.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create a supportive educational environment for children.
- Organized and participated in curriculum planning sessions to enhance educational offerings.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive academic community.
- Promoted critical thinking through interactive lessons, group activities, and independent projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Newton High
Morocco, INSkills
- Classroom organization
- Documentation and record keeping
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Fine motor skills
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Toddler/twos Teacher
Play Palz
05.2021 - Current
Assistant Infant Teacher and Twos Assistant Yeache
Fortin Villa Day Care
08.2014 - 06.2021
School Age Teacher, Bus Driver , Infants,twos
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2001 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
North Newton High