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Heather Colling

Tonawanda,NY

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Brierwood Child Care Center, excelling in lesson planning and conflict resolution. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative activities, fostering strong relationships with parents and students alike. Committed to individualized attention, resulting in improved academic performance and a supportive learning environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
09.2018 - 06.2025
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.

Teller

Key Bank
05.2012 - 04.2015
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Managed high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing for customers.

Assistant Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
09.2007 - 05.2012
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Teacher

SLP Cheonan
08.2006 - 08.2007
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.

Assistant Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
01.2005 - 08.2006
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Anthropology And Sociology

Nyack College
Nyack, NY

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Strong work ethic
  • Professionalism and courtesy
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Approachable
  • Cash handling and management
  • Friendly
  • Cash handling expertise

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
09.2018 - 06.2025

Teller

Key Bank
05.2012 - 04.2015

Assistant Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
09.2007 - 05.2012

Teacher

SLP Cheonan
08.2006 - 08.2007

Assistant Teacher

Brierwood Child Care Center
01.2005 - 08.2006

Bachelor Of Arts - Anthropology And Sociology

Nyack College

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