Morgan Childers
Sherwood
Summary
Creative and nurturing early childhood educator with 10+ years of experience fostering curiosity, emotional growth, and a love of learning through play. Skilled in using storytelling, puppetry, and imaginative techniques to help children explore big feelings, build social skills, and engage deeply with the world around them. Dedicated to creating environments where children feel safe, seen, and inspired.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Lead Caregiver
Chasing Butterflies Learning Center
Jacksonville, AR
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Designed and led a play-based, child-centered program rooted in creativity, exploration, and emotional development
- Incorporated storytelling and puppetry as tools to help children process emotions, practice problem-solving, and build communication skills
- Created themed, hands-on learning experiences including art, sensory play, and nature-based activities
- Built strong, trusting relationships with families through consistent communication and collaboration
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, safety, and curriculum planning
Lead Preschool Teacher
Lil Treasures Learning Academy
Sherwood, AR
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepares Federal and Managerial reports for numerous programs. Prepares financial reports and documentation utilized for State and Federal audits. Liaison between Unemployment Program Senior Management and Financial Team Management. Conducts staff development training on AASIS and Excel. Helped with developing reporting requirements for new DWS ARCARS program.
Co-Teacher
Cradle to K
Jacksonville, AR
06.2016 - 01.2021
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning/developmental activities. Planned and lead group games, reading time, and singing. Maintained a positive demeanor to facilitate a stable, constant environment for the children.
Child Care Assistant
Park Hill Baptist CDC
North Little Rock, AR
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing children’s toys and surfaces. Relieved the head teacher and toddler teacher as needed. Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Lead Summer Camp Counsellor
Victory Baptist School
Sherwood, AR
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Engaged with children individually to meet their emotional and physical needs. Planned games, reading time, and singing for groups of children. Maintained accurate and detailed records.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Emphasis in Child Development
University of Arkansas – LR
05.2018
Associate of Art - undefined
Pulaski Technical Collage
05.2015
Skills
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- American Sign Language (conversational)
- Social-emotional learning & Conscious Discipline
- Puppetry & storytelling for emotional expression and engagement
- Creative curriculum design (art, music, sensory play, imaginative learning)
- Special needs support
- DHS & Better Beginnings standards
- ECERS classroom standards
- Strong family communication and relationship-building
Training
- ECERS
- Worked with BehaviorHelp
- Your Relationship Matters
- Inclusion
- Swift Shifts to Guiding Children’s Behaviors
- Play to Learn
- Calm Down
- Story, Song, and Art for Healing and Transformation
Timeline
Owner/Lead Caregiver
Chasing Butterflies Learning Center
01.2024 - 02.2026
Lead Preschool Teacher
Lil Treasures Learning Academy
01.2021 - 01.2023
Co-Teacher
Cradle to K
06.2016 - 01.2021
Child Care Assistant
Park Hill Baptist CDC
09.2014 - 05.2015
Lead Summer Camp Counsellor
Victory Baptist School
08.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Emphasis in Child Development
University of Arkansas – LR
Associate of Art - undefined
Pulaski Technical Collage