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Tamara Lowe

PITTSBURGH

Summary

Dynamic Lead Educator at Kidsville Learning Center, adept at fostering collaborative learning and enhancing literacy development. Successfully crafted engaging curriculum materials that boosted student interest. Recognized for strong instructional leadership and effective communication, ensuring a supportive environment for both students and parents. Proficient in food safety standards, ensuring nutritious meal planning.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Educator

Kidsville Learning Center
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2013 - Current
  • Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
  • Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Meal planning &Preparations

Cooking: Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring meals are both nutritious and appealing to children.

Food Safety & Hygiene: Maintain a clean kitchen, properly store food, and follow sanitation and health regulations.
Record Keeping: Maintain logs of food temperatures, inventory, and compliance with health codes.
Collaboration: Work closely with daycare staff to coordinate mealtimes, understand children’s dietary restrictions, and accommodate special needs.
Inventory Management

: Order, receive, and manage food supplies to ensure the kitchen is well-stocked and waste is minimized.Skills & Qualifications:

Knowledge of child nutrition and food safety standards

Basic cooking skills, with the ability to cook for large groups

Ability to follow dietary restrictions and allergy protocols

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Certification in food handling or sanitation
Patience and a child-friendly attitude.

  • Managed classroom effectively to maximize instructional time, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.

Personal Care Assistant

Maxim Health Services
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Home Health Aide

Personal Touch
Pittsburgh Pa
09.2010 - 09.2011
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Transporter

For Kids Only Afterschool
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2008 - 09.2010
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Developed strong working relationships with customers and coworkers through effective communication skills, contributing to a positive work atmosphere for all parties involved in the transportation process.
  • Exhibited adaptability under changing conditions by adjusting routes and schedules to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, minimizing disruptions to the delivery process.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Appointment Setter

Contour Beds
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2006 - 06.2008
  • Set appointments with salespeople and potential customers.
  • Provided potential customers with information about upcoming promotions and events to acquire interest in scheduling appointment.
  • Prioritized tasks efficiently to ensure all daily call quotas were met or exceeded without compromising quality of service.
  • Answered phone calls and answered questions from potential customers.

Receptionist

Bethesda Church
Pittsburgh Pa
01.1999 - 04.2000
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding

Career Step
Pittsburgh Pa
04-2023

Obama Formely Peabody Highlanders
Pittsburgh, PA
06-1996

Skills

  • Collaborative learning
  • Instructional leadership
  • Literacy development
  • Science instruction

Certification

  • [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
  • CDA

Timeline

Lead Educator

Kidsville Learning Center
12.2013 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Maxim Health Services
09.2010 - 09.2014

Home Health Aide

Personal Touch
09.2010 - 09.2011

Transporter

For Kids Only Afterschool
09.2008 - 09.2010

Appointment Setter

Contour Beds
01.2006 - 06.2008

Receptionist

Bethesda Church
01.1999 - 04.2000

Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding

Career Step

Obama Formely Peabody Highlanders