Sarsih Miskin
Early Childhood Development Professional And Preschool Teacher
Pretoria
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Seeking a new opportunity to use the gifts and passions God has given me to provide a learning environment that stimulates development and encourages and supports parents as they raise their children at home.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Freelance Writer
MommaMia
Pretoria
07.2022 - Current
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Offered one-on-one counseling, support, and developmental guidance for new moms via zoom meetings
- Currently working on a project for their app writing two articles per month of age on development and parenting strategies for assisting development in each month of age
- Currently writing and photographing activity newsletters for parents who are subscribed to the MommaMia platform.
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Nakekela Christian Community Centre
KwaMhlanga
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Used early childhood development techniques for art and exercise activities for HIV, TB, and cancer patients to regain strength and mobility in their gross and fine motor muscles.
- Offered Biblical counseling for staff and local women post-trauma.
- Researched new ideas for programs and activities, taking into consideration participants' suggestions.
- Evaluated success of each activity and event to identify opportunities for future improvement.
Preschool Teacher (16 Months - 3 Years)
Little Camelot Nursery School
Pretoria
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Worked well in a team setting
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Completed paperwork to register the preschool, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Grade R Teacher
Mukhanyo (Musawenkosi) Christian Academy
KwaMhlanga
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Strengthened communication skills using a combination of sign language and English to Zulu translating and narrating to teach the learners English as an additional language.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment, often balancing the care and education of multiple grades in teacher absences.
- Attended multiple home visits twice a week with a co-teacher to do wellness checks on students.
Assistant to Preschool Teachers
GRCC (Phyllis Fratzke) Early Childhood Learning Laboratory
Grand Rapids
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development And Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States 08.2007 - 08.2010
Skills
Infant, toddler and preschool curricula
Music teacher
Flexible
Creative and Imaginative
Cultural Awareness
Interpersonal Communication
Empathetic
References
Corien Kruger
Owner/Founder of Momma Mia
083 353 3830
corien@mommamia.co.za
Jonelda Sutherland
Co-teacher at Little Camelot Nursery School
084 517 2999
sutherlandjonelda@gmail.com
Keith Brown
Board Member of Mukhanyo (Musawenkosi) Christian Academy
+1 919 451 1006
Lauren Maggs
Youth Pastor & Kids Ministry Team Leader
084 575 5545
Timeline
Freelance Writer
MommaMia
07.2022 - Current
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Nakekela Christian Community Centre
02.2016 - 02.2020
Preschool Teacher (16 Months - 3 Years)
Little Camelot Nursery School
01.2014 - 12.2015
Grade R Teacher
Mukhanyo (Musawenkosi) Christian Academy
01.2011 - 12.2013
Assistant to Preschool Teachers
GRCC (Phyllis Fratzke) Early Childhood Learning Laboratory
08.2007 - 08.2010
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development And Education
Grand Rapids Community College
08.2007 - 08.2010