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Heidi Hockman

WINCHESTER,United States

Summary

Adept at fostering academic success and child development, I leveraged lesson planning and time management skills throughout my time as a home educator. My experience with subbing and being a Nanny gave insight into other children and ways to adapt to their learning and engagement styles. Organized and dependable; successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to help where needed.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Homeschool Educator

Self
08.2017 - Current
  • Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Established routines and procedures that promoted a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to academic success.
  • Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, resulting in measurable improvements in student progress.

Nanny

Multiple Employers
10.2013 - 06.2023
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.

Licensed Sales Producer

Jennifer Smith Insurance Agency-Winchester, VA
05.2011 - 06.2015
  • Provided coverage option information to assist clients in protecting assets.
  • Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with
    long-term goals.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.


Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hampshire County Public Schools
03.2011 - 06.2011
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Head Designer

Kimberly's
05.2005 - 08.2009
  • Planned project concepts by researching and studying information.
  • Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
  • Gathered and bought materials needed to successfully complete projects.
  • Created visual concepts either by hand or with assistance of computer programs.
  • Maintained current design knowledge by attending various workshops, professional society gatherings,
    and meetings.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Art

Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2007

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Child Development
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teaching strategies

Certification

  • VA Health and Safety Training for Child Care Staff
  • West Virginia Substitute Teaching License from West Virginia Department of Education (DOE)

Timeline

Homeschool Educator

Self
08.2017 - Current

Nanny

Multiple Employers
10.2013 - 06.2023

Licensed Sales Producer

Jennifer Smith Insurance Agency-Winchester, VA
05.2011 - 06.2015

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hampshire County Public Schools
03.2011 - 06.2011

Head Designer

Kimberly's
05.2005 - 08.2009

Bachelor of Science - Art

Eastern Mennonite University

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