CLAIRE HARDY
Conroe
Summary
To find employment where I can utilize the skills I already possess and develop new skills in an environment that will challenge me while reflecting Christ-centered values through communication and administrative support. To work as an integral part of an organization and Team as well as an individual adapting quickly to changes and all situations. I have a heart for service and I am committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for parents, teachers, students and all who enter the school.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Children of Joy! Preschool
The Woodlands
08.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain a classroom setting that meets ELEA expectations and Texas Minimum Standards.
- Create age-appropriate lesson plans to meet the needs of the children based on curriculum and assessments.
- Cooperate with other Team Members and those who share the classroom.
- Plan with and clarify expectations for any support staff who may be assigned to the classroom.
- Provide a positive learning environment and supervise children in all activities.
- Encourage independence with self-help and problem-solving skills and assist children in taking care of physical needs.
- Communicate with parents as needed and maintain positive-teacher relationships.
- Communicate with the Preschool Directors on any problems/issues which should be handled by the Preschool Director.
- Complete an evaluation and documentation of the growth and development of the children assigned to my classroom. Keep individual records as specified.
- Maintain the upkeep and care of the classrooms.
- Sharing my love of Christ with my students and co-workers.
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Children of Joy! Preschool
The Woodlands
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assist Lead Teacher in creating and maintaining a classroom setting that meets ELEA expectations and Texas State Minimum Standards.
- Assist Lead Teacher in implementation of age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
- Provide a positive learning environment and supervise children in all activities.
- Encourage independence with self-help and problem-solving skills and assist children in taking care of physical needs.
- Communicate with parents as needed and maintain positive parent-teacher relationships.
- Communicate with the Preschool Directors on any problems/issues which should be handled by the Preschool Director.
- Assist Lead Teacher in completing an evaluation and documentation of the growth and development of the children.
- Maintain the upkeep and care of classroom.
Administration Assistance
NTS Middle East
Dubai
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Administrative duties including inputting payroll timesheets for processing and compiling data.
Criminal Justice Social Worker
Aberdeen City Council
Scotland
01.2003 - 12.2009
- Work in accordance with community protection and child protection principles and procedures.
- Prepare Court reports.
- Work with people who because of being disadvantaged, threatening or abusive, make severe demands on the worker.
- Plan, implement and review service delivery by exercising highly developed communication, assessment, and intervention skills.
- Communicate, liaise, and work in partnership with relevant internal and external agencies.
- Build positive relationships with clients, clients’ families, colleagues, and other professionals.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize workload and work to deadlines.
- Facilitator of an anger management group.
- Supervised Social Workers in Training while they were on placement.
- Mentor to newly qualified workers.
Group Leader (After School Program)
Clayton Yes
Keller
08.2009 - 11.2009
- Responsible for the supervision, safety and activities of children aged 5-11 while ensuring the children’s safety.
- Prepare plan sheets of age-appropriate activities and programs.
- Assist in the set up and clean-up of activities and programs.
- Supervision consisted of visual and auditory awareness as well as continually circulating amongst the children.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
Social Worker/Care Manager
Aberdeenshire Council
Scotland
01.2002 - 12.2003
- Help and support individuals with a learning disability to live and remain as independent as possible.
- Carry out in-depth assessments of need and develop and implement the individual care plan.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assess and deliver appropriate services.
- Communicate, liaise, and work with the clients, their families, service providers and other professionals.
Support Worker (Residential)
Cornerstone Community Care
Aberdeen
01.1999 - 12.2002
- Provide support and care to individuals with a learning disability in a residential environment.
- Deliver care plans to allow individuals to live an independent life as possible.
- Support to dispense medication, finances and deliver care plans to meet individual needs.
- High level of communication and support skills required given varying degrees of disability.
- Work with individuals who may present with challenging behavior.
Call Centre Operator
Healthcall Aberdeen
Aberdeen
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Collate information from callers, process relevant information and pass on to the appropriate person or company.
- Work in a courteous, polite and customer friendly manner.
- Computer literate.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work
Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University, UK01.2002
HND (Associate Degree) - Social Sciences
Aberdeen College
Aberdeen, UK01.1998
Skills
- First Aid certification
- CPR
- Warm and professional communication with families, coworkers, other professionals, and visitors
- Proficient in prioritizing tasks and multi-tasking
- Dependable, punctual, positive, and able to multitask
- Dedication to service
Certification
CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential, 04/01/24
References
- Lisa Duncan, previous work colleague, lduncan171@btinternet.com
- Kathleen Richards, previous work colleague, kmcmorr@gmail.com
- Jessica Deverse, friend and 1st Grade Teacher in Conroe ISD, jdeverse@conroeisd.net
Affiliations
- Fitness enthusiast
- Supporting my boys swim and compete
- Family-orientated activities
- Travel and culture appreciation
Timeline
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Children of Joy! Preschool
08.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Children of Joy! Preschool
08.2021 - 05.2022
Administration Assistance
NTS Middle East
06.2013 - 05.2016
Group Leader (After School Program)
Clayton Yes
08.2009 - 11.2009
Criminal Justice Social Worker
Aberdeen City Council
01.2003 - 12.2009
Social Worker/Care Manager
Aberdeenshire Council
01.2002 - 12.2003
Support Worker (Residential)
Cornerstone Community Care
01.1999 - 12.2002
Call Centre Operator
Healthcall Aberdeen
01.1998 - 12.1999
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work
Robert Gordon University
HND (Associate Degree) - Social Sciences
Aberdeen College
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