Brinta Horan
Milford,MA
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in a variety of Montessori environments. Equipped to understand student's needs as individuals and as members of a community. Competent at performing independently or as member of a teaching team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Toddler Assistant/Floater
Silver Spruce Montessori School
08.2023 - Current
- Assists lead teachers in multiple toddler classrooms to create positive and safe environments.
- Co-leads aftercare program for toddler age group.
- Creates Montessori-inspired activities for toddler after-care.
- Assists in 3-6 age classroom's naptime and work cycles.
- Supports student learning through personalized and small group work with 3-6 age group.
Learning Assistant
British International School of Boston
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored children in different play areas and reinforced safety policies and procedures to safeguard children
- Fostered meaningful relationships with lead teachers, children, and parents to promote program and organizational missions
- Assisted facility maintenance by cleaning and sanitizing work and play areas throughout day
- Engaged children in a variety of educational activities throughout day.
Third Grade Teacher
St. Anthony's School
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Established clear lesson objectives
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and administration
- Exempted coaching from fellow teachers and administration and incorporated feedback
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan lesson promoting students learning and engagement.
Academic Assistant
Academic Dean's Office, University of Dallas
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Helps schedule and coordinate student degree planning appointments
- Greets and assists walk-in and prescheduled guests
- Conducts in-depth scholarship research for the Office of the Dean to optimize student scholarship experience.
Labor Doula in Training (Not Yet Certified)
DONA International
11.2017 - Current
- Completed DONA International labor doula training workshops
- Worked with four families throughout labor and delivery; remaining with mother and provided emotional, physical, and educational support during and after childbirth.
Toddler Classroom Assistant
Siena Montessori Academy
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted in working with 12 months - 2-year-olds in a Montessori environment
- Supervised 9-12-year-olds during 45 minute recess period
- Taught elementary level Ukrainian Easter egg design.
Receptionist
Campus Ministry, University of Dallas
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Created weekly bulletin for Church of the Incarnation
- Greeted and assisted guests, answered the phone, and recorded received mass intentions
- Performed small tasks and errands on campus for Campus Ministry staff.
Barista/Cook
Trinity House Cafe
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed the coffee bar as head barista, including the supervision of other employees and training of new employees
- Opened and closed kitchen and bar regularly
- Worked as cook during Sunday brunch, regularly planning and executing food for up to 25 customers at a time
- Helped in the set up and take down of events, as well as assisted in the preparation of food for events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Dallas
Irving, TX05.2022
Skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Experienced writer and reader
- Excels at public speaking and leading discussions on variety of topics
- Adaptable and creative
- Comfortable leading both small and large groups of children
- Proficient in leading children through independent problem solving and conflict resolution
Awards
The Dr. Katherine Maren Sorensen Award for Excellence in the Study of the Novel
Interests and Hobbies
- Needlework
- Pysanky
- Photography
- Literature
- Nature/Gardening
Timeline
Toddler Assistant/Floater
Silver Spruce Montessori School
08.2023 - Current
Learning Assistant
British International School of Boston
03.2023 - 06.2023
Third Grade Teacher
St. Anthony's School
09.2022 - 03.2023
Academic Assistant
Academic Dean's Office, University of Dallas
01.2022 - 05.2022
Labor Doula in Training (Not Yet Certified)
DONA International
11.2017 - Current
Toddler Classroom Assistant
Siena Montessori Academy
08.2017 - 05.2019
Receptionist
Campus Ministry, University of Dallas
08.2016 - 05.2017
Barista/Cook
Trinity House Cafe
06.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Dallas
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