Kaitlin Mullinix
Indianapolis ,IN
Summary
The love and adoration for children began at an early age. Babysitting as a teenager also built confidence and a passion to pursue a career in childcare. After graduating from Frederick Community College, a letter of recognition for Child Care Preschool Teacher was given upon successful completion of the program.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
The Learning Experience
Fishers, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Mentored and guided junior teachers, fostering professional development and collaboration.
- Developed assessment tools to evaluate student progress and enhance instructional strategies.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to communicate student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Led initiatives to promote a positive classroom environment, enhancing student engagement and behavior management.
- 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.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Greenwood, IN
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with educational standards.
- Utilized technology effectively to support instruction and improve classroom engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering professional growth and instructional strategies.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to strengthen home-school communication and involvement.
- Developed positive classroom environment that encouraged respect, responsibility, and academic excellence.
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
Frederick, MD
10.2012 - 05.2021
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms of 6 toddlers with assistance from other co-teachers by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time each day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Enhanced 1 to 2 year-old students' understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
- Achieved results by implementing advanced techniques into daily routines for successful learning.
- Encouraged phonetics to class of 6 students through organizing and leading structural activities.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Recommended and administered appropriate solutions, sanctions, and discipline for non-compliance to rules and standards for student performance and behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students including program enhancements, new equipment and easier yet more thorough lesson planning techniques.
- Assessed students for mental and physical special needs and referred to appropriate services as needed.
- Taught students social development skills.
- Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress.
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.
- Held meetings with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence and fostered atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
- Contributed to positive academic and social tone of school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for academic community.
Administrative Assistant
Law Offices Of Spigelman And Ceceere
Gaithersburg, MD
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phones, routing calls and messages and greeting visitors.
- Welcomed office visitors warmly and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Routed incoming calls and faxes and drafted detailed messages to expedite response.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Babysitter/Child Care
Self Employed Services
Mount Airy, MD
06.2004 - 05.2010
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Offered top-notch care to more than 1 child at times, ranging in age from 0 to 10 years of age.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Totaled amount owed to help parents quickly make payments for services.
- Played games and read books to young children, limiting TV and mobile device time.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Oversaw chores to ensure completion.
- Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
- Checked with parents for any medical issues or special needs.
- Discussed any specific child wants, needs and interests with parents.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Reviewed and followed parent directions for all aspects of children's care.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities and steered children away from dangers.
- Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ages 0 to 10 years old.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading and arts & crafts.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information to act quickly if emergencies occur.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Prepared bite-sized snacks and carefully watched young children eat to prevent choking.
- Maintained safe environments at all times.
- Employed positive reinforcement methods to ensure good behavior.
- Prepared healthy snacks and meals according to individual needs.
- Taught children to organize toys and wash hands after toy usage.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Education
Letter of Recognition - Childcare Preschool Teacher
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD06.2012
Associate of General Studies - Associate of Arts
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD06.2012
High School Diploma -
Linganore High School
Frederick, MD06.2008
Skills
- Time Management
- Organization
- Compassion
- Creative Thinking
- Teamwork
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
Letter of Recognition in Child Care Preschool Teacher
Timeline
Teacher
The Learning Experience
05.2023 - Current
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
06.2021 - 06.2022
Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
10.2012 - 05.2021
Administrative Assistant
Law Offices Of Spigelman And Ceceere
05.2010 - 05.2011
Babysitter/Child Care
Self Employed Services
06.2004 - 05.2010
Letter of Recognition - Childcare Preschool Teacher
Frederick Community College
Associate of General Studies - Associate of Arts
Frederick Community College
High School Diploma -
Linganore High School