Christine Horning
Herndon,PA
Summary
Versatile and empathetic, with a background in childcare and special needs support at Bloomsburg Area YMCA and Stars Tumbling. Excelled in fostering social-emotional development and implementing learning strategies. Proficient in ASL as a CODA and possesses strong critical thinking skills, ensuring tailored, effective communication and care. Achieved significant improvements in program quality and participant satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Work Study Student
Bloomsburg Area YMCA
10.2024 - Current
- Childcare Teacher
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible care.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked to ensure the attentive care of children, help with homework, do different activities
Babysitter
Family Friends & Others
01.2024 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Volunteer
Night To Shine
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Worked with individuals who have special needs on their own organized prom night.
- Assigned a buddy who I was to help guide throughout their night and ensure everything went smoothly.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Volunteer
Adaptive Recreation Program
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted with kids who had special needs - played different sports with them and helped them engage in other activities.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
Stars Tumbling
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Taught students how to perform back handsprings and other special techniques.
- Offered feedback to students to help reach goals.
Education
ASL/English Interpreting
Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Line Mountain High School
Herndon, PA06-2023
Skills
- Culturally immersed in ASL (CODA)
- Attention to detail
- Clear public speaking skills
- Learning strategies
- Critical thinking
- Understanding others and their needs
Timeline
Volunteer
Night To Shine
01.2025 - 02.2025
Work Study Student
Bloomsburg Area YMCA
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Adaptive Recreation Program
09.2024 - 11.2024
Babysitter
Family Friends & Others
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
Stars Tumbling
12.2023 - 01.2024
ASL/English Interpreting
Bloomsburg University
High School Diploma -
Line Mountain High School
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