Acacia “Kate” Kleinsorge
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Floater Teacher
Eliada Homes
Asheville, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and concerns.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Aided food service by preparing healthy meals and snacks, washing dishes and cleaning tables.
- Collaborated with teachers, substitutes and administrators for smooth daily functions.
- Attended faculty meetings and professional development sessions.
- Guided students and aided with individual needs using behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student behavior and reinforced rules to support order.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage student disputes.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Assisted with supervision at recess and lunchtime periods.
- Protected safety and health of children by closely following classroom rules and procedures.
- Documented student observations and other information to create reports.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Provided support to classroom teachers during their absence.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Supported lead teachers with development and implementation of curriculum and lesson planning.
Nanny
Miranda Buckheister
Clemmons, NC.
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Interacted positively with children to promote mental and emotional development.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking.
- Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holmes Regional Medical
Melbourne, FL
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Substitute Teacher
Brevard Public Schools
Melbourne, FL
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
Nanny
Breanna King
Huntersville, NC.
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Engaged children with games and puzzles to promote mental development and enjoyment.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Interacted positively with children to promote mental and emotional development.
- Participated in hands-on learning activities with children incorporating art.
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking.
- Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Brevard Nursing Academy
Palm Bay, FL10.2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Asheville- Buncombe Technical Communiy College
Asheville, NCSkills
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Performing patient intakes
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Quick problem solver
- Collecting vital signs
- Understands medical procedures
- Infection control procedures
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Collecting specimens
- Charting expertise
- Patient relations
- Monitoring fluids
- EHR Management
- DBMS
- Special education
- Early childhood education
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional strategies
- Activity management
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Adaptable
- Behavior management
- Individualized care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Disciplinary procedures
- Creative problem solving
- Behavior modeling
- Group and individual instruction
- Safety awareness
- Activity planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Group instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom organization
- Student records management
- Health and safety
- Parent communication
Languages
- Basic American Sign Language
- English
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Floater Teacher
Eliada Homes
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holmes Regional Medical
12.2022 - 01.2024
Substitute Teacher
Brevard Public Schools
08.2022 - 01.2024
Nanny
Breanna King
04.2020 - 06.2022
Nanny
Miranda Buckheister
01.2019 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Brevard Nursing Academy
Some College (No Degree) -
Asheville- Buncombe Technical Communiy College
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