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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Betsey Matas

Bloomington,United States

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Literacy Specialist

Richfield Schools
10.2020 - Current
  • Supported teachers and families across the birth-5th grade age range in literacy practices through professional development, family events, and general school support
  • Established community contacts to secure free school supplies for at-risk elementary school students.
  • Obtained grant funds for curriculum-related field trips to enhance real-life learning experiences
  • Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.

Parent Educator

Hopkins Schools
08.2014 - 02.2020
  • Planned and facilitated parent education classes for families aged birth to 5, collaborating with early childhood teammates
  • Conducted outreach activities to local apartments, libraries, and pediatrician offices to expand engagement in the district
  • Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
  • Engaged families in beneficial activities targeted at improving bonds and interactions.

Parent Educator

South Washington County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
  • Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
  • Engaged families in beneficial activities targeted at improving bonds and interactions.
  • Utilized knowledge of evidence-based programs to inform parents and assist in goal-setting.
  • Collaborated with community members to provide helpful resources to suit family needs.
  • Conducted home visits to assess family environment and provide resources to combat behavioral or environmental setbacks.

Parent Educator

Amma Maternity
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Utilized knowledge of evidence-based programs to inform parents and assist in goal-setting.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.

Preschool Teacher

Mpls Parks
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Childcare Educator

Home Daycare
06.1999 - 11.2003
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.

Education

Master's of Education in Family Education -

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
02.2013

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Metropolitan State University, St. Paul
08.2005

Skills

  • Program Implementation
  • Educational Activities
  • Literacy Program Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adult Learning Principles
  • Preschool Programs

Certification

MN Teaching License - Parent and Family Education

Accomplishments

  • Secured free school supplies for 300+ students.
  • Accessed grants to provide real-world experience curriculum links for disadvantaged students.
  • Created and piloted "Parent Tech Connect" classes to address the needs of elementary-aged parents.
  • Established strong partnerships with Hennepin County Libraries and Way to Grow.

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Family Literacy Specialist

Richfield Schools
10.2020 - Current

Parent Educator

Hopkins Schools
08.2014 - 02.2020

Parent Educator

South Washington County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014

Parent Educator

Amma Maternity
01.2011 - 12.2011

Preschool Teacher

Mpls Parks
08.2004 - 06.2006

Childcare Educator

Home Daycare
06.1999 - 11.2003

Master's of Education in Family Education -

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Metropolitan State University, St. Paul

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