Hillary Heitkemper

• As the lead guide I managed a classroom with up to 16 children 0-3, and 4-5 teachers. I opened the school each day greeting my team and families with a well prepared classroom.
• I was also the cook, made well balanced and healthy meals. Also practiced baby lead weaning and educated parents with afterhours workshops.
• I maintained record keeping for Northwest Nutrition, a state based subsidy program.
• I maintained and managed all record keeping and stayed in compliance with state licensing.
• I kept up on daily communication with all families about their children. I created a relationship with parents that was transparent, truthful and empathetic. I was really able to help a lot of families move through some hard parenting moments.
• I created and executed small group workshops on toilet training, toddler behavior, nutrition, and Montessori work.
• I also managed all events at the school, back to school night, conferences, and taco parties.

• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.

• Maintained and managed all staff and client communication.
• Worked daily with creative team making sure we meet client satisfaction and deadlines.
• Managed all staff hire, interviews and terminations.
• Managed IT, Payroll and invoicing.
• Directed operations

• Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and real-world applications of concepts taught in class.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

• Co-teacher starting in the infant room and move with the same group of children to the preschool classroom.
• Created and implemented more academic program.
• Worked with co-teacher to become NAEYC accredited.

• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.

After school job.

floated around classrooms assisting lead teachers