Colleen Cos
Coopersburg,Pennsylvania
Summary
High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Academy Of Center Valley
Center Valley, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Instructional Support Teacher
Arts Academy Charter Elementary School
Allentown, PA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Nanny
Alison Carroll
Bethlehem, PA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
Substitute Teacher
Moravian Academy lower school
Bethlehem, PA
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Taught grades Pre-K through fourth grade
- Followed teacher’s written teaching instructions
- Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child’s social and emotional growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Extended Care Staff Member
Moravian Academy lower school
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child’s social and emotional growth.
- Played games and read books to young children.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement.
- Assisted with learning across different subjects to promote academic success.
- Maintained safe environment at all times.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Food Supervisor
Dorney & wild Water Kingdom
Allentown, PA
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Instructed employees to organize and maintain a clean and fully stocked sales floor.
- Led 40+ team members to successfully serve customers on daily basis.
- Coordinated break schedule of thirty plus employees, resulting in zero minor labor infractions.
- Resolved all complaints from guests and ensured that all employees worked together as a team.
Chaplaincy Internship
Reading Hospital
Reading, PA
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Cared for patients and their family members spiritual and physical needs during the patient’s time in the hospital.
- Allowed them to talk about their needs and tried to help them as I was able.
Education
Masters in CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION - Education
EASTERN UNIVERSITY
St. Davids, PA06.2022
MASTER OF ARTS in CHAPLAINCY -
MORAVIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Bethlehem, PA01.2020
BA OF RELIGION in Music -
LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE
Annville, PA05.2014
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Small Group Instruction
- Child Development
- Curriculum Implementation
- Activity Planning
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Reinforcement
Certification
CPR/First Aid, 08/09/2023, HSI
Clearances
- Background Check
- Fingerprinting
- Child Abuse Clearances
Training
Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Academy Of Center Valley
06.2023 - Current
Instructional Support Teacher
Arts Academy Charter Elementary School
05.2022 - 08.2023
Nanny
Alison Carroll
01.2020 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher
Moravian Academy lower school
01.2020 - 04.2020
Chaplaincy Internship
Reading Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2018
Extended Care Staff Member
Moravian Academy lower school
09.2016 - 06.2020
Food Supervisor
Dorney & wild Water Kingdom
07.2014 - 11.2016
Masters in CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION - Education
EASTERN UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF ARTS in CHAPLAINCY -
MORAVIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
BA OF RELIGION in Music -
LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE