Carla G.     Age 52      Female      Hobart  - 234 N. Lake Park Ave   Member ID: 26000  Seeking work as a : Babysitter or Mother's Helper or houekeeper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Carla Grahovac Hobart, IN ***@*** ###-###-#### Authorized to work in the US for any employer WORK EXPERIENCE Teacher Bright Biginnings Academy - Merrillville, IN - December 2004 to August 2015 Responsibilities As a teacher for 14+ years teaching preschool, I had many job responsibilities. I worked as the Lead Teacher in my own classroom, I had to multi-task as I was mostly by myself. I had to make sure my classroom was clean, organized, decorated, warm and welcoming. I had an open door policy with my parents and followed confidentiality policies. I managed a group of 24 age appropriate children on a daily basis. I worked with children who had IEP's and children who had disabilities. I also made my own lesson plans and made sure all my activities and projects were fun and educational. I focused my Themes on Idea's the kids were interested in but still made sure I met the developmental skills needed for them to succeed. I also did yearly parentteacher conferences, sharing students progress, strengths, area's that need improvement and observations about the students. I was also an Aide in our Kindergarten classroom, I offered hands-on help to students and helped monitor their progress, i also helped with the management of the classroom, offered individual and small group instuction, created classroom displays, labeled and organized materials needed in the class, and graded papers. I am very good at following directions and I get along with everybody. Accomplishments My biggest accomplishment is simply the beautiful relationships that I have been honored to have with students. Students will most likely succeed knowing that their teachers truly care for them. I am the type of teacher that tends to focus on THE BEST LESSON EVER. This truly excites me but I know these thing really don't make a lasting impression. They come back because I saw them, appreciated them, was amused by them, and opened myself up to them. And because it's so important these relationships are my most important accomplishments. and it's one I don't often talk about.. Relationships are everything.. Skills Used Enjoy communicating your understanding to others, Having Confidence, Having great organizational skills, Working effectively with staff and collaborating with management, Being a Team Leader, Being able to deal with conflict, Motivating students to do their best, Being an effective Leader and Listener, My Love of Teaching and Learning from others, Positive Roll Model, Attitude, Time Management EDUCATION Child Development Associate in Early Childhood Council for Professional Recognition- Washington, DC 2011 to 2016 High school or equivalent in General Proviso East High School- Maywood, IL      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Married  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references Carla G. Hobart, IN ***@*** ###-###-#### Authorized to work in the US for any employer WORK EXPERIENCE Teacher Bright Biginnings Academy - Merrillville, IN - December 2004 to August 2015 Responsibilities As a teacher for 14+ years teaching preschool, I had many job responsibilities. I worked as the Lead Teacher in my own classroom, I had to multi-task as I was mostly by myself. I had to make sure my classroom was clean, organized, decorated, warm and welcoming. I had an open door policy with my parents and followed confidentiality policies. I managed a group of 24 age appropriate children on a daily basis. I worked with children who had IEP's and children who had disabilities. I also made my own lesson plans and made sure all my activities and projects were fun and educational. I focused my Themes on Idea's the kids were interested in but still made sure I met the developmental skills needed for them to succeed. I also did yearly parentteacher conferences, sharing students progress, strengths, area's that need improvement and observations about the students. I was also an Aide in our Kindergarten classroom, I offered hands-on help to students and helped monitor their progress, i also helped with the management of the classroom, offered individual and small group instuction, created classroom displays, labeled and organized materials needed in the class, and graded papers. I am very good at following directions and I get along with everybody. Accomplishments My biggest accomplishment is simply the beautiful relationships that I have been honored to have with students. Students will most likely succeed knowing that their teachers truly care for them. I am the type of teacher that tends to focus on THE BEST LESSON EVER. This truly excites me but I know these thing really don't make a lasting impression. They come back because I saw them, appreciated them, was amused by them, and opened myself up to them. And because it's so important these relationships are my most important accomplishments. and it's one I don't often talk about.. Relationships are everything.. Skills Used Enjoy communicating your understanding to others, Having Confidence, Having great organizational skills, Working effectively with staff and collaborating with management, Being a Team Leader, Being able to deal with conflict, Motivating students to do their best, Being an effective Leader and Listener, My Love of Teaching and Learning from others, Positive Roll Model, Attitude, Time Management EDUCATION Child Development Associate in Early Childhood Council for Professional Recognition- Washington, DC 2011 to 2016 High school or equivalent in General Proviso East High School- Maywood, IL      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age, special needs children   Education/Training: High School, Graduated High School or Equivalent, CPR Training, First Aid Training, CDA w/preschool endorsment  While working at the preschool i had the opportunity to go take a 6 month class to further my education in the Early Child care industry. it was through the Council of Professional Recognition and it is the most widely recognized credential. Because i worked with Preschool children i was able to receive my credential with a preschool endorsement. I also had to keep up with attending workshops and training to show my continued education hours for the State of Indiana.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Babysitter or Mother's Helper or houekeeper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Preparing meals      Transporting children      Limited/light housekeeping      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)      Packing Children's lunches      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: February 29, 2016  Desired Salary: $10/Hour  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Feed pets during work day as directed      Walk dog and/or pet care      Family laundry      Family sheets/towels and other linens      Dust/Vacuum entire house, minumum weekly frequency      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Mop Kitchen floor weekly, minumum weekly frequency      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required         References   Jackie Bergstrom  I have worked with Jackie for more then 5 yrs when i was Teaching. She was the other Lead Teacher in the other Prek classroom and we made a great Team!! We worked closely together to make sure we implemented an Educational and Fun Lesson plan for the children. We planned hands on activities and had Themes that the children expressed interest in. We also made it a point to keep parents informed on their children progress and had an open door policy in which we encouraged them to visit/call often with any problems/questions they might have. My employment came to an end in Aug, 2015 when the school permanently closed.      Patty Anderson  I worked with Patty for 10 yr's at Bright Beginnings academy. She was the Head Cook in the kitchen and at times i was her assistant. I helped in all area's of the kitchen. From Prepping food the the day to setting up, serving, cleaning/Sanitizing kitchen, Prepping for next day, Putting away food order's, labeling, dating ect. Our school permanently closed in Aug 2015.