I'm writting a resume for an assistant preschool teacher position. I don't know what to put in for skills?

Question

I've taken about 18 units in child dev. I have experience in raising my two children and taking care of friends, and families children. I haven't worked in child center setting. If anyone out there knows please help.Thank you

Answer 1

Everyone has to begin somewhere. I would list ANY babysitting jobs, church nursery, etc. Also, Did you have to put time in a preschool for your class? If so, make sure that's on there. You can always see about volunteering at a local preschool, park district, etc, and add that.

Answer 2

In the Special Training and Skills section of my resume, I listed any First Aid, Infant/child CPR classes, conferences I had attended and received certificates for, special trainings (such as for sign language, occupational therapy skills, and behaviour modification techniques). I also listed skills that would be an assett to a preschool setting: organizational skills, writing abilities, being familiar with Microsoft Word, office management skills (filing, data entry) and being creative.
Your units will be a big asset to you... most centers require at the very least, 6 units, and most require 12. Having 18 will be a help to get your foot in the door... they know you are serious about childcare and education. I think the most important part of your resume is your personal summary, though. It gives the person reading it an in-depth look at your personality. Don't sell yourself short... it may sound a bit self-effacing, but you want to flaunt your best qualities that a preschool would need. I usually put in something about being a cheerful individual who works well with others and has ideas to offer, that I have handled many types of behaviours and abilities of children, any talents (such as sewing, painting or scrapbooking) that you may have that could be used in the classroom, and that you are flexible and eager to learn new information. If they see that you are excited about working with children, I am sure you will have a great resume! Good luck!

Answer 3

just list your past work experience on the resume. Use a cover letter to address your skills and love for children. It's ok to mention that you're a mom and to be honest that you've never actually worked in a children care center but then explain why you want to work there (leave out that it's because you need the money or can't get a job anywhere else! ;)) and what you have to offer.

Answer 4

I agree with Raquel. You have already listed your skills. Being a mother qualifies you for a lot more than a preschool teacher assistant. I know from my own experience because I'm a mother plus I'm also a preschool teacher assistant. You could probably add something like you're flexible as all mothers have to be. Let's see you could add that you're creative, patient and effective when working with small children.

Answer 5

Start with a job description -if they have one get it and write your answers to the description - or at least write for the advertisment where you saw the job listed.

Don't discount your life or practical experience. Being a parent, rates well, particularly when it comes to a pre-school job.

It's an assistant position so you need to include things like being able to take instructions well, work as part of a team and work independently when required. Your planning and orgaisation skills will be important as well. So prepare yourself for your application and also for an interview - take examples with you if you proceed to the interview stage.

I'm a secondary teacher so if you want any help, feel free to send me a message via my profile.

Good luck with the job!

Answer 6

I have looked through many resumes to determine people to be called in for interviews. One of my favorite things to see is that the person is willing to learn or teachable - both could be listed under skills. Be sure to list patience and a love for children. It also helps if you can determine what type of discipline the school uses and practice it with your own children so you can discuss examples in the interview.

Answer 7

If you put teacher assistant resume in your search engine it will give you sites to check. out. #1 on the site is very good. Good luck.

Answer 8

You just listed your skills, That is what you put on your resume unless you want to be dishonest.

Answer 9

This website may help. http://www.alec.co.uk/how-to-write-a-resume/kindergarten-teacher-resume.htm. It's specific to preschool and kingergarten resumes.

Answer 10

If you have worked for families, that is verifiable. List your duties.