Alisha Kallatch
Pocono Summit,PA
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in Elementary classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Before and After School Program Director
Rock Solid Care
08.2020 - Current
- Plan and implement plans for ACT 80 days when students are at Rock Solid Care for a full day
- Communicated with other departments regarding schedule, sharing the same space, and significant updates or changes to the space
- Managed behavior issues, created solutions, and provided tools
- Communicated with parents regarding behaviors, schedules, and special days
- Recruited trained, and supervised a diverse team of staff members, promoting a positive work environment and successful outcomes for students.
- Established an inclusive environment where all students felt welcome and valued, fostering a sense of belonging among participants.
- Managed program budget effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and the sustainability of the program.
- Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to fifty five students.
Day Camp Manager
Spruce Lake Ministries
05.2023 - Current
- Created detailed schedules for each day of camp, accommodating various age groups, interests, and activity preferences among participants.
- Enhanced camper engagement by implementing diverse daily activities and interactive games.
- Utilized expert knowledge of child development principles to tailor programs and activities to the specific needs of each camper.
- Increased camper retention rate by creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
- Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
- Addressed disciplinary issues among campers fairly and consistently, creating an atmosphere of respect and accountability within the camp community.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
- Coached and mentored camp counselors and instructors in effective strategies for relating to students and teaching important life skills.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
The Creative Learning Center
08.2021 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in the development of age-appropriate lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Established rapport with students, creating an inclusive atmosphere where all children felt valued and heard.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
Pre-K Children’s Ministry Coordinator
Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Coordinate volunteer schedules for each weekend and special events
- Planned curriculum for each weekend and special events
- Coordinate with Children's ministry director on special community events and holiday events
- Follow up with new families and develop relationships with families and volunteers
- Planned new Nursery & Pre-K space during building renovation
- ODD & ADHD Training
- Scheduled and updated social media, helped launch the church’s YouTube channel, and assisted with updating the website.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
Marketing Director
Back to the Bible
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Remotely
- Built a new website for BTTB, coordinating with team members to create new and add previous content from the old site to the new site
- Oversaw the website, adding content daily and monthly
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative product launches and promotions.
- Oversaw all social media for Back to the Bible and their app goTandem, creating & scheduling content and responding to comments and messages
- Added Pinterest to their social media accounts as well as increased Instagram following by 50%
- Created and scheduled daily Bible teaching videos/audio and devotional emails
- Assisted in the launch of BTTB's podcast, scheduled daily podcasts, promoted on social media and website
- Coordinated with the marketing firm Next After on email campaigns, monthly promotions, and Facebook email acquisitions
Program Coordinator
Stroud Region Open Spaces & Recreation Commission
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Planned and created year around programs such as snowshoe hikes, intro to frisbee golf, and events such as the Daddy Daughter Dance for the community
- Managed all social media for the organization, including Facebook, Instagram, and email campaigns, along with website updates and content
- Created and managed the marketing, printing, and programs budget and other department managers regarding their print material and social media needs
- Worked with the graphic designer to create a seasonal program guide, which was distributed to roughly 20,000 homes as well as schools and local businesses
- Researched and applied for sponsorships, donations, and grants to support the programs for the community
- Attended community events and back-to-school nights to represent SROSRC and connect with the community, letting them know of our programs and services
- Spoke with organizations such as the Kiwanis Club to obtain financial support and volunteer support for events and summer camp
- Was selected by PRPS to speak at their annual Pennsylvania Parks & Recreation conference on the importance of community events
Conventions & Events Manager
Split Rock Resort
02.2013 - 06.2017
- Worked with corporate, sports, religious, and school groups to coordinate and execute their events, which included setting up meeting spaces, creating an event itinerary, selecting catering options, and scheduling activities and AV
- Oversaw the convention staff for the set up of each event and coordinated with all departments to ensure event success
- I worked with the Marketing department on festival projects to create collateral for each event
- As Water Park Group Coordinator, I created and implemented an effective marketing plan to increase the total number of groups booked and revenue each year
- Attended community events, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau networking events, and the American Camping Association annual convention as a vendor
- Planned the resort's large annual festivals and New Year's Eve, leading the committee for each event and successfully increasing revenue and profit for each event year over year
- Worked on a Capital improvement project updating convention and banquet room supplies and materials
- I participated in the Safety Committee, Safety Training Seminars, CPR, First Aid, and Manager on Duty shifts each month
Education
Master of Education - PreK - 4th Certification
University of Valley Forge
Phoenixville, PA12.2024
B.S. - Communications
Millersville University
Millersville, PA05.2011
Skills
- Marketing & Advertising
- Budget Planning & Management Training
- Multi Tasking
- Parent Communication
- CPR Certified
- Child development knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Child Safety
- Team Management
Volunteer Experience
- Competition Coordinator, Monroe County Special Olympics
- Riding Assistant, Equi-Librium
- Triage Greeter, Pocono Medical Center ER
- K-5th grade Volunteer Coordinator, Pocono Community Church
- Geocaching Class Leader, Spruce Lake Wilderness Camp
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Day Camp Manager
Spruce Lake Ministries
05.2023 - Current
Substitute Preschool Teacher
The Creative Learning Center
08.2021 - Current
Before and After School Program Director
Rock Solid Care
08.2020 - Current
Pre-K Children’s Ministry Coordinator
Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church
07.2019 - 07.2022
Marketing Director
Back to the Bible
01.2019 - 01.2020
Program Coordinator
Stroud Region Open Spaces & Recreation Commission
03.2018 - 12.2018
Conventions & Events Manager
Split Rock Resort
02.2013 - 06.2017
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Master of Education - PreK - 4th Certification
University of Valley Forge
B.S. - Communications
Millersville University
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