Beth Whelan
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Early childhood education professional with history of fostering positive and engaging learning environment. Known for developing age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive and social growth. Reliable team player who adapts to changing classroom needs and focuses on achieving educational outcomes through effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Creative Play Learning Center
04.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
- Led enriching outdoor activities that promoted physical fitness, coordination, and exploration of the natural world.
- Supported language acquisition efforts by introducing new vocabulary words during daily conversations.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss each child''s progress and address concerns or suggestions.
Team Leader/Medical Liaison
People Inc
10.2018 - 07.2022
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Jellybean Junction CCC Inc.
08.1999 - 01.2013
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.
- Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
- Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY01-1998
Skills
- Creative Teaching
- Classroom Organization
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Parent Communication
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Needs Support
- Strong Work Ethic
- Friendly and likeable
- Loves children
- Caring and Understanding
Certification
First Aid and CPR certified October 2024
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Creative Play Learning Center
04.2024 - Current
Team Leader/Medical Liaison
People Inc
10.2018 - 07.2022
Administrative Assistant
Jellybean Junction CCC Inc.
08.1999 - 01.2013
First Aid and CPR certified October 2024
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Erie Community College
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