Yolanda Clark

Early childhood educator with experience in Montessori and Head Start/Early Head Start settings. Skilled in developmentally appropriate lesson planning, classroom management, hands-on learning, family communication, and maintaining accurate documentation. Brings a strong foundation in psychology and child & family studies, with a calm, dependable approach and a focus on student growth and safety.

Teacher (Ages 3-4) at Little Light of Mine Christian Montessori Academy (2026-01 – Present)

• Deliver Montessori-based instruction emphasizing independence, hands-on learning, and student choice within structured routines.
• Prepare age-appropriate materials and learning centers across Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, Language, and Cultural Studies.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom environment and support social-emotional growth through consistent expectations and positive guidance.
• Communicate with families regarding student progress, classroom updates, and behavioral or developmental observations.

Pre-K Teacher (Ages 3-4) at Primetime Family Head Start / Early Head Start (2021-01 – 2025-10)

• Planned and delivered developmentally appropriate lessons and activities to support readiness skills and early learning outcomes.
• Supported children's developmental needs through structured routines, guided play, and individualized attention.
• Maintained professional communication with parents/guardians to share updates, address concerns, and strengthen family engagement.
• Organized classroom materials, managed daily schedules, and maintained documentation to support program requirements.

Infant/Toddler Teacher at Community Development Institute (CDI) Head Start / Early Head Start (2020-03 – 2020-09)

• Organized and supervised an infant/toddler classroom to support safe care, routines, and early development.
• Planned learning experiences aligned to developmental milestones, emphasizing language, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Supported smooth classroom operations through preparation, sanitation, and consistent observation of student needs.

Line Technician (Autism Services) at Beyond the Curve Pediatrics (2018-10 – 2019-08)

• Provided direct support to clients with autism using structured routines and therapeutic activities under supervision.
• Observed behaviors and documented progress to support ongoing services and communication with the care team.
• Built rapport with clients and families through patient, respectful interaction and consistent follow-through.

Mental Health Technician (PRN) at Acadian Addiction Center (2017-07 – 2017-09)

• Collected vital signs and supported patient monitoring on detox and residential units.
• Assisted with admission and visitation procedures, including belongings checks and safety protocols.
• Maintained accurate logs and communicated observations to nursing and clinical staff.

Student Worker, Homeless Education Dept. at Vermillion Conference Center (2010-09 – 2017-05)

• Prepared and distributed school supplies and uniforms for students experiencing homelessness through federally funded programs.
• Organized a stock room and completed inventory tracking; recognized with the Angels of Compassion Award (2015).

Sales Associate at Walmart Supercenter (2001-04 – 2010-05)

• Provided customer service, located products, performed price checks, and supported smooth front-end operations.

Assembler (Temporary) at Express Employment Professionals (2019-09 – 2019-09)

• Assembled plastic components in a fast-paced production environment while following instructions and quality expectations.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology; Minor: Child and Family Studies – University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2017-05)

Applications of Business Computers (Job Training Partnership Act) – Louisiana Technical College - T. H. Harris (1997 – 1998)

High School Diploma – Opelousas Senior High School (1988-05)