Alexander Kuha
Lake Ariel,PA
Summary
Dynamic Pre-K Teacher with a proven track record at Carbondale YMCA, enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum planning and fostering social-emotional development. Skilled in early childhood education and demonstrating exceptional patience and empathy, I have significantly contributed to creating a nurturing learning environment. Expert in health and safety, ensuring optimal child welfare and educational outcomes. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Carbondale YMCA
Carbondale, PA
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
Assistant Football Coach
Western Wayne
South Canaan, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, providing a safe environment for players during practice and games.
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Assisted head coach in recruiting talented players, resulting in a stronger roster.
- Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.
Varsity Baseball Coach
Western Wayne High School
South Cannan
03.2023 - Current
- Established a winning culture by setting high expectations for sportsmanship, commitment, and teamwork.
- Collaborated with school administration to ensure adherence to athletic department policies and procedures while maintaining a strong relationship between academics and athletics programs.
- Developed strong communication skills among players, fostering a cohesive and supportive team environment.
- Mentored student-athletes on academic progress and time management skills, ensuring their success both on the field and in the classroom.
Bartender
Hideout Clubhouse
Lake Ariel, PA
03.2017 - 03.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Established rapport with clientele through attentive listening skills and genuine engagement in conversations.
- Managed inventory and ordering supplies, resulting in minimized waste and optimized stock levels.
- Trained new bartenders on mixology techniques, customer service standards, and company policies to ensure consistent quality across the team.
- Maximized profitability by implementing cost-effective strategies for purchasing and waste reduction.
Education
Child And Family Services
Keystone College
La Plume, PA05.2023
High School Diploma -
Western Wayne High School
Lake Ariel, PA05.2019
Skills
Early Childhood Education
Patience and Empathy
Music and Movement
Curriculum Planning
Health and safety
Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Carbondale YMCA
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Football Coach
Western Wayne
08.2023 - Current
Varsity Baseball Coach
Western Wayne High School
03.2023 - Current
Bartender
Hideout Clubhouse
03.2017 - 03.2024
Child And Family Services
Keystone College
High School Diploma -
Western Wayne High School