Courtney Walker
Soddy-Daisy,TN
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher bringing 8 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach. 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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Early Education Program Director position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Caterpillar Class
Stuart Heights Baptist Church Early Ed. Program
09.2016 - Current
- Plan and implement different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every child.
- Communicate frequently with parents about their child's growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support age related behavior.
- Design lesson plans for teaching staff and work closely with administration for compliance with curriculum.
- Develop and optimize rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Organize rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for children.
Medical Assistant
Pathway Medical
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Direct Support Professional
Orange Grove Center
01.2008 - 09.2013
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte Technical College
Chattanooga, TN01.2015
High School Diploma -
Soddy Daisy High School
Soddy Daisy, TN05.2007
Skills
- Age-Appropriate Discipline
- Instructional Improvements
- Child Development
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Childcare Requirements
- Lesson Planning
- Safety Awareness
- Staff Development
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Teacher Training
- Room Arrangements
- Curriculum Development
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Educational Opportunities
- Family Involvement
- Safety Precautions
- Social Development
- Documenting Results
- Student Records Management
- Special Assignments
- Learning Assessments
- Active Participation
- Understanding of Materials
- Nurturing Environment
- Classroom Presentations
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Fine Motor Skills
- Curriculum Coordination
- Class Encouragement
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Infant Feeding
- Snack Preparation
- Behavior Modeling
- Dietary Needs
- Classroom Monitoring
- Curriculum Management
- Parent and Student Communication
- Light Housekeeping
- Healthy Learning Environment
- Character Building
- Positive Student Engagement
- Staff Ratios
- Independent Thinking
- Different Learning Styles
- Substitute Teacher Coordination
Certification
CPR
AED
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Caterpillar Class
Stuart Heights Baptist Church Early Ed. Program
09.2016 - Current
Medical Assistant
Pathway Medical
04.2014 - 05.2015
Direct Support Professional
Orange Grove Center
01.2008 - 09.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Miller-Motte Technical College
High School Diploma -
Soddy Daisy High School
CPR
AED
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