Beth Pickard
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Dedicated educator known for fostering positive communication between staff and parents. Expertise in coordinating community involvement initiatives to enhance children's learning experiences and drive educational success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Our Lady Of The Presentation Catholic Church-Early Childhood Center
Lee's Summit, MO
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented early childhood educational programs aligned with developmental standards.
- Supervised staff training initiatives to enhance teaching methodologies and classroom management skills.
- Coordinated parent engagement activities to strengthen community involvement and support for children's learning.
- Monitored and evaluated program effectiveness, ensuring compliance with state regulations and quality benchmarks.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Managed department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Receptionist
Twin Lakes Insurance Agency
Lee's Summit, MO
06.2018 - 07.2024
- Managed multi-line phone system to efficiently route calls and handle inquiries.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, ensuring optimal use of time and resources.
- Maintained organized filing systems for client records, improving access and retrieval.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and enhancing satisfaction.
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-in/check-out processes.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Streamlined communication between departments, improving information flow and collaboration.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Implemented more efficient mail distribution system, ensuring timely delivery of correspondence to staff.
- Operated multi-line telephone system to answer and direct high volume of calls.
- Sorted, received, and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
Teacher
Marian Hope Academy
Blue Springs, MO
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and foster a love for learning.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve classroom participation and student engagement.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring academic standards were met consistently.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create individualized education plans addressing diverse learning needs.
- Organized school-wide events that promoted community involvement and enhanced the educational experience for students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Teacher/Reading Intervention Specialist
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
Lee's Summit, Mo
08.1990 - 05.2015
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive instructional improvements and target interventions.
- Led parent-teacher conferences, facilitating communication between families and school staff for student success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs effectively.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen family engagement in education process.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO12-1999
MBA - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-1989
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Business administration
- Team operations
- Budget administration
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Documentation and reporting
- Time management
- Professional and courteous
- Schedule management
Accomplishments
- Won “Top Ten Educators” award in Lee's Summit R-7 School District in 2000.
- Kindest in Kansas Citian Award in 1998, nominated by past student and her family.
Timeline
Assistant Director
Our Lady Of The Presentation Catholic Church-Early Childhood Center
07.2024 - Current
Receptionist
Twin Lakes Insurance Agency
06.2018 - 07.2024
Teacher
Marian Hope Academy
06.2016 - 05.2019
Teacher/Reading Intervention Specialist
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
08.1990 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
University of Central Missouri
MBA - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Missouri