Keri Barthel
Teacher
Van Buren,AR
Summary
Friendly and energetic Preschool Teacher with 8 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Fort Smith Public Schools
Fort Smith , AR
2014.02 - Current
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Used Work Sampling to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 20 students.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Sales
AT&T Communications
Van Buren , AR
2013.06 - 2014.02
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
- Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR12.2012
Skills
- Safety Management
- Staff Collaboration
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- Social Behaviors
- Instructional Techniques
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Organization and Planning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Fine Motor Skills
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Observations and Assessments
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Fort Smith Public Schools
2014.02 - Current
Sales
AT&T Communications
2013.06 - 2014.02
Master of Arts - TESOL
Arkansas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
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