Courtney McLaughlin
BLACK MOUNTAIN,NC
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering six years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers. Certified in CPR and first aid. Adept at organizing educational opportunities for children between the ages of two and a half and twelve years old. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Mount Carmel Child Enrichment Center
11.2018 - Current
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted and supervised 67 children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Recreational Therapist
Broughton Hospital
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Administered assessments to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions, leading to more effective treatments.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, resulting in increased overall satisfaction and progress towards goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continuing education courses, providing cutting-edge care for patients.
- Established strong rapport with both patients and families by maintaining open communication lines throughout the entire treatment process.
- Utilized creative expression techniques such as art, music, and drama therapy to encourage emotional expression and healing within patients.
- Improved patient engagement by incorporating a variety of recreational activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly, ensuring continued success in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, improving their quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12.2017
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Mount Carmel Child Enrichment Center
11.2018 - Current
Recreational Therapist
Broughton Hospital
03.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Western Carolina University
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