Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
E.J's Kids Klub
Williston, VT
04.2024 - Current
Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
Preschool Teacher
ONE Arts Community School
Colchester, VT
11.2023 - 04.2024
Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
Administered and documented results of student assessments.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Preschool Director
Little Saplings Preschool
Colchester , VT
09.2023 - 11.2023
Prepared monthly reports outlining the overall performance of the preschool program.
Provided guidance to teachers on lesson planning and instructional strategies that would lead to better learning outcomes among students.
Established effective communication channels with parents, faculty, and students.
Organized professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations as well as federal laws related to early childhood education programs.
Created policies and procedures related to curriculum design, student behavior management, safety protocols.
Managed financial resources allocated for the preschool program, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
After School Director
Part 2
Shelburne, VT
04.2022 - 09.2023
Participated in professional development opportunities related to youth development or educational best practices relevant to working with young people outside of school hours.
Facilitated communication between parents and guardians, school personnel and community agencies regarding student progress within the program.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated academic topics while engaging participants in meaningful activities through hands on experiences.
Scheduled field trips and special events as part of the after-school programming.
Developed and implemented after-school program activities that promoted physical, emotional, and social development of students.
Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss student issues or concerns related to their participation in the program.
Created an atmosphere where respect was shown among staff members and students participating in the after-school programs.
Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe environment conducive to learning.
Developed strategies for addressing challenging behaviors exhibited by students during after-school activities.
Preschool Teacher
Heartworks Preschool
Burlington, VT
09.2020 - 04.2022
Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
Private Nanny
Cozykin
Somerville, MA
08.2018 - 07.2020
Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
Facilitated playdates between siblings or friends in order to foster social interaction among peers.
Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
Met with parents to reflect on and plan for children's activities and development.
Case Manager
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
Boston, MA
08.2017 - 06.2018
Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
Supported family members by providing information on local support groups.
Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
Advocated for clients by obtaining information regarding treatment options and clinical status.
Student
Wheelock College Wildcats
Boston, MA
08.2015 - 05.2018
Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
Attended workshops and seminars to enhance learning beyond the classroom.
Adapted to diverse learning environments, including remote and in-person settings.
Completed coursework in a broad range of subjects, developing a well-rounded education.
Utilized academic resources such as tutoring and office hours to improve performance.
Conducted research using academic journals and online databases for various papers.
Field Service Coordinator
Champlain Community Services
Colchester , VT
09.2014 - 08.2015
Scheduled routine maintenance visits for customers based on their individual needs.
Updated customer profiles with notes about completed jobs or other relevant information.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
Investigated any discrepancies between actual time spent on jobs versus estimated times reported by service technicians.
Created standard operating procedures for use by Field Service Coordinators across multiple locations.
Provided technical assistance to field technicians as needed.
Provided support during emergency situations when additional resources are needed quickly.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies used by service technicians in the field.
Prepared reports on daily work activities and provided feedback to management team.
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