SAMANTHA LIVERING

225 Arms Chapel Road, Reisterstown, MD 21136 / 410-830-1246 / slivering94@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To create an environment of warmth and care while using my experience and expertise to help
children nurture their natural skills in learning and socializing so they can maximize their talents
and abilities.

SKILLS
 Experience working with children in a learning environment
 Strong understanding of early childhood learning concepts and methodologies
 Excellent ability to motivate, engage and encourage students
 Familiar with state accreditation standards
 Outstanding ability to communicate with parents and children

EDUCATION
CCBC
Psychology 2015 – present
INSTITUTE OF NOTRE DAME
High School Diploma 2008 – 2012

CERTIFICATIONS
CPR/AED
First Aid
90-hour Early Childhood
45-hour Infant and Toddler
9-hour Communication Skills
Medication Administration
ADA Trained

EXPERIENCE
Lead Teacher 9/2017 to presemt
Almost Family Child Care Hampstead, MD
 Ensure that a safe environment is provided for the children
 Develop and implement weekly lesson plans
  Plan activities tailored to children’s interest
 Support leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement
Teaching Assistant 2/2017 to 9/2017
Wee Care Best Finksburg, MD
 Created a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and play
 Partnered with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for
their children
 Created positive relationships with families, teachers and state licensing authorities
 Implemented the curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each
child
Kid’s Club Associate /Camp Counselor 6/2013 to 2/2017
Merritt Clubs Eldersburg, MD
 Organized activities that developed children’s physical, emotional and social growth
 Redirected children to encourage safe, positive behaviors
 Monitored children’s play activities to verify safety and wellness
 Facilitated youth Camp activities including field trips, exercise, aquatics, dance, youth
fitness, art and crafts and other programs

REFERENCES
Mary Hood
Owner of child care center
Almost Family Child Care Center
410-374-5359

Sherri Lively
Director of Programs
Merritt Clubs
443-878-3975

Alyssa DeMauro
Friend
814-715-6204