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Jessi Matusek

Jessi Matusek

Pawleys Island,SC

Summary

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. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Devoted and efficient professional in the field of Family Studies, Child Development, and Clinical Psychology, with 7 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Kids Paradise CDC
07.2023 - Current
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Advocate for each child's well-being, individual personality, and developmental milestones
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.

Lead Two Year Old Teacher

Palmetto Preschool
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.

Pet Care Technician

Ortega Animal Care Center
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Handled animals safely and remained calm in different situations.
  • Kept kennels clean, tidy and spaces stocked with items for pet or staff needs.
  • Trained, walked and exercised pets of different sizes and temperments.
  • Taught pet owners how to care for pets, manage behaviors and maintain proper nutrition.
  • Tracked information about pet health, behavior and food and fluid intake for diagnostic purposes.
  • Completed routine check-ups to assess animal health and chronic or acute concerns.
  • Modified or help others modify pet behavior with proven, safe strategies.

Dog Daycare Attendant

Zuri Pet Spa And Resort
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

The Goddard School
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • 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.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
  • Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
  • Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.

Administrative Coordinator

Aeromotive Inc
07.2019 - 10.2019
  • Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
  • Assisted management with special projects to complete all tasks by deadlines.
  • Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
  • Maintained office calendars to track important dates and deadlines.
  • Greeted visitors with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide support and direct guests to appropriate department.

Early Head Start Home Visitor/Teacher

Project Eagle
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles.
  • Helped to educate parents and assisted with educational planning and decision making for children.
  • Maintained current assessments of families and children and prepared daily portfolios.
  • Made recommendations and referrals to aid clients in locating proper therapeutic services.
  • Engaged families and clients in skill-building activities to enhance family dynamics and client's quality of life.
  • Collaborated with [Type] and [Type] local agencies to provide services to those in need.

Toddler Teacher

Creative Learning Preschool
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.

Health and Wellness Consultant

SlimGenics Weight Loss Center
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Strived to eliminate high-risk behavior through education, diet, exercise, stress reduction and clean living for clients.
  • Developed care plans and agendas for clients based on individual health concerns and advised on specific diet and exercise plans.
  • Organized and led seminars and classes for interested clients, providing tips and advice for lifestyle changes and healthy living.
  • Assisted and coached clients during physical exercises to promote safety of clients and effectiveness of routines.
  • Understood client limitations based on medication or physical disabilities while building exercise plans.
  • Conducted initial interviews with clients to find measured baseline for BMI, cardio tolerance and strength.
  • Gathered and distributed educational literature with goals of gaining new clients and educating larger groups on healthy living.
  • Met with clients individually to discuss weight loss, nutrition and lifestyle changes.
  • Documented client needs, desires and problems to build rapport and identify areas needing support.
  • Counseled and coached clients during visits to offer solutions and support.
  • Created and organized client charts, managed filing system and submitted reports.
  • Maintained communication with existing clients with food suggestions, new habit recommendations and lifestyle changes.

Lead Two Year Old Teacher

Hope Lutheran Early Learning Center
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.

Pre-K Teacher

Children's Lighthouse
12.2014 - 05.2015
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Preschool Teacher

Children's Lighthouse
09.2014 - 12.2014
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
11.2025

Bachelor of Science - Family Studies And Human Services; Sociology

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
12.2013

Skills

  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • Multimedia Educational Software
  • State Certification and Accreditation
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Daily Schedule Creation
  • Leading Activities
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Self-Esteem Education
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Student Learning Support
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Individualized Support
  • Early Childhood Education Specialist
  • Diverse Classroom Settings
  • Support Emotional Needs
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Educational Strategies
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Kids Paradise CDC
07.2023 - Current

Lead Two Year Old Teacher

Palmetto Preschool
04.2023 - 07.2023

Pet Care Technician

Ortega Animal Care Center
10.2022 - 04.2023

Dog Daycare Attendant

Zuri Pet Spa And Resort
08.2021 - 09.2022

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

The Goddard School
03.2021 - 06.2021

Administrative Coordinator

Aeromotive Inc
07.2019 - 10.2019

Early Head Start Home Visitor/Teacher

Project Eagle
04.2018 - 04.2019

Toddler Teacher

Creative Learning Preschool
09.2017 - 02.2018

Health and Wellness Consultant

SlimGenics Weight Loss Center
08.2016 - 09.2017

Lead Two Year Old Teacher

Hope Lutheran Early Learning Center
05.2015 - 05.2016

Pre-K Teacher

Children's Lighthouse
12.2014 - 05.2015

Preschool Teacher

Children's Lighthouse
09.2014 - 12.2014

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Pepperdine University

Bachelor of Science - Family Studies And Human Services; Sociology

Kansas State University

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