Kaleigh Faught Kuennen
Palm Bay
Summary
Dynamic preschool educator with extensive experience at Calvary Christian Academy, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Proven ability to foster child development through engaging curriculum and effective communication with parents. Committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment that promotes learning and collaboration among staff and families.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Calvary Christian Academy, West Melbourne
West Melbourne
04.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented daily activities aligned with the preschool curriculum to enhance age-appropriate learning and development.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment, establishing clear expectations and routines for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and development, fostering collaboration with other teachers and staff.
Phlebotomist-Seasonal
Advent Health
New Smyrna Beach
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Answered all phone calls to facilitate communication with patients and vendors.
- Utilized Athena Application for efficient patient scheduling aligned with Doctor availability.
- Coordinated billing processes and managed insurance claims effectively.
- Collaborated with Nursing staff and Doctors to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Executed doctor-prescribed specimen collections accurately.
3-5 year old class teacher
Grace Church Small Wonders Pre-School
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Executing lesson plans for the class through Christian based accredited curriculum.
- Identify and meet students individual needs by creating and implementing lesson plans and individualized lessons while collaborating closely with parents, teachers, and service providers.
- Ensure accuracy in documenting observations for assessments as well as for parent and teacher conference.
1-3 year old class teacher
Venetian Bay School
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Executing lesson plans for the class through Christian based accredited curriculum.
- Identify and meet students individual needs by creating and implementing lesson plans and individualized lessons while collaborating closely with parents, teachers, and service providers.
- Ensure accuracy in documenting observations for assessments as well as for parent and teacher conference.
2-3 year old class teacher
Lake Forest Preparatory Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children that complies with all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Nurtures children, provides meals, crafts, and instruction, and ensures students are clean and kept safe.
- Develop a program for young children within the preschool.
- Become familiar with emergency procedures and protocol.
- Clean and sterilize equipment and toys daily. Ensure cupboards are locked and cleaning supplies out of reach.
- Provide weekly schedules for children and parents.
Behavior Assistant
PBS- Positive Behavior supports Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Striving to enhance the autonomy and quality of life of individuals, their families, and others who support them.
- Utilizing a behavior support plan, I responsibly work with caregivers to fully implement strategies within this plan and achieve the desired outcomes.
- Utilizing specific types of support including, assisting in restructuring environments and activities to support the individual’s behavior, teaching skills that allow the individual to communicate his or her needs and/or function more effectively, and working with caregivers to manage consequences for the individual’s behavior to maximize reinforcement for positive behavior under the supervision of the behavior analyst.
Teacher Assistant/ Infant Teacher
Prince of Peace Pre-School
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Ensuring that the health and safety of children and staff is maintained at all times, both inside and outside the classroom environment.
- Planning the indoor and outdoor environment to provide a positive and safe learning environment.
- Dealing creatively and effectively with any problem situations that may arise.
Entertainment
Walt Disney World
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Performed daily for guests in a variety of environments including: parades, banquets, restaurants, etc.
- Carried out daily routines at Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Epcot as well as the Disney Resorts.
Teacher Assistant
All Saints Church
01.2006 - 01.2008
- The ability to use clear communication techniques and to create a happy, caring and stimulating learning environment.
- Utilizing play and interactive activities to develop language and vocabulary introduce scientific and mathematical concepts and improve social skills.
- Planning and organizing a range of individual and group activities, including role play, movement, dance, singing, games, arts and crafts and nature activities.
- Attended staff meetings, church events, and parent/teacher meetings.
Education
Early Childhood Education Degree -
Seminole State College
05.2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Curriculum development
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
References
Furnished upon request
Personal Details
A loving caring individual who is a hard worker and self motivated. Loves being active in the community and work environment.
Qualifications Education
- Behavior Assistant Training Certificate
- Seminole State College Pursing Early Childhood Education Degree
- Completion 45 State Mandated Hours
- C.D.A. certification in progress.
- C.P.R. and First Aid certified.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Calvary Christian Academy, West Melbourne
04.2020 - Current
Phlebotomist-Seasonal
Advent Health
01.2020 - 01.2022
3-5 year old class teacher
Grace Church Small Wonders Pre-School
01.2019 - 01.2021
1-3 year old class teacher
Venetian Bay School
01.2016 - 01.2019
2-3 year old class teacher
Lake Forest Preparatory Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
Behavior Assistant
PBS- Positive Behavior supports Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2015
Teacher Assistant/ Infant Teacher
Prince of Peace Pre-School
01.2011 - 12.2011
Entertainment
Walt Disney World
01.2008 - 01.2009
Teacher Assistant
All Saints Church
01.2006 - 01.2008
Early Childhood Education Degree -
Seminole State College
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