Chelsie Bales
Hampshire,TN
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Children's Corner Academy
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
- Coordinated field trips for classes and wrote detailed itineraries for student safety.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Supervised 18 children ranging from 24 months to 35 months.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Learning Zone, LLC
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized technology to develop instructional materials and activities for children.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Created lesson plans that follows rubric protocols.
Assistant Infant Teacher
Learning Zone, LLC
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Utilized technology to develop instructional materials and activities for children.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Restaurant Manager
Captain D's, LLC
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Managed 3 to 10 crew members daily to ensure efficient and quick care of our customers.
- Oversaw $6,000 - $12,000 of sales daily.
Teacher's Aide
Hickory Creek Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 20-25 children in grade levels First Grade, Second Grade, and Third Grade.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Daycare Assistant
Warren County High School
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Kept children between ages of 18 months and 4 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest and learning time.
- Created lesson plans that enhanced gross motor and fine motor techniques to assist with the students who were developmentally delayed.
Education
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
Millcreek, UT05.2025
High School Diploma -
Warren County High School
McMinnville, Tennessee05.2014
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Curriculum Implementation
- Cognitive Development
- Classroom Supplies Ordering
- Infant Care
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Emotionally Supportive
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- School Community Relations
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Supply Management
- Socialization Techniques
- Self-Esteem Education
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Housekeeping
- Customer Service
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Nutrition
- Health and Safety
- Sanitation and Hygiene
- Arts and Crafts
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Food Handling Preparation
- Computer Proficiency
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Daily Schedule Creation
- Child CPR
- Early Childhood Development
- Child Psychology Knowledge
- Parent Communication
- Communicable Disease Knowledge
- Time Management
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Children's Corner Academy
04.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Toddler Teacher
Learning Zone, LLC
10.2017 - 04.2019
Assistant Infant Teacher
Learning Zone, LLC
07.2017 - 10.2017
Restaurant Manager
Captain D's, LLC
10.2014 - 07.2017
Teacher's Aide
Hickory Creek Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2014
Daycare Assistant
Warren County High School
08.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
High School Diploma -
Warren County High School
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