Andrea Blaine
Springfield,MO
Summary
Dynamic educator and co-owner at Home Instead Senior Care, skilled in recruiting and training, enhanced customer satisfaction through high-quality caregiver training. Proven ability to foster teamwork and collaboration, while mentoring staff for professional growth. Developed engaging educational content as a children's author, demonstrating creativity and strong communication skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner & Trainer
Home Instead Senior Care
05.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Facilitated/Led training of Caregivers to ensure successful client-caregiver interactions, build confidence, & prepare caregivers to assist clients in maintaining independence in their homes.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality training and engagement.
- Mentored employees to improve work performance, promoting professional development & growth within the company.
- Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections & nurture relationships.
Children's Author
Quiet Vs. Kin Publishing
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Gathered inspiration from personal experiences/current event to create relatable and thought-provoking content.
- The Covid Pandemic hit while I was teaching Gifted Education at the Phelps Center for Gifted Education.
- To help alleviate students' fears & to provide education on what was going on in the world, I wrote a story for my students.
- The story was recorded & posted for my students to listen.
- A local publisher liked the story, picked up the project, and published the book on Amazon.
Teacher, Gifted Ed, Grade 1
Phelps Center for Gifted Education, SPS
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher, Grades K & 1
David Harrison Elementary, SPS
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
Teacher, Grades K & 1
Hickory Hills Elementary School, SPS
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Staff Development Literacy Team
Bellevue Public Schools
08.1999 - 05.2002
- Four-person team tasked with introducing Guided Reading to our school district. Two of us worked with teachers in grades K-2, & two worked with upper grades.
- Led Staff Workshops to train teachers in Guided Reading.
- Modeled Guided Reading to current teachers.
- Attended national workshops to learn current reading strategies.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Teacher, Grade 2
Two Springs Elementary School, BPS
08.1995 - 05.1999
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane College
Crete, NE05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE05-1995
No Degree - Gifted Education
Truman State University
Kirksville, MOSkills
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Recruiting and training
- Employee relations
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Co-Owner & Trainer
Home Instead Senior Care
05.2020 - Current
Children's Author
Quiet Vs. Kin Publishing
04.2020 - 10.2020
Teacher, Gifted Ed, Grade 1
Phelps Center for Gifted Education, SPS
08.2019 - 05.2020
Teacher, Grades K & 1
David Harrison Elementary, SPS
08.2014 - 05.2019
Teacher, Grades K & 1
Hickory Hills Elementary School, SPS
08.2011 - 05.2014
Staff Development Literacy Team
Bellevue Public Schools
08.1999 - 05.2002
Teacher, Grade 2
Two Springs Elementary School, BPS
08.1995 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
No Degree - Gifted Education
Truman State University