Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Karen Bartlett

Luray,Virginia

Summary

Dynamic early childhood educator with a track record of fostering child development and social skills through innovative teaching methods at Agape Center for Care. Excelled in creating safe and engaging learning environments, demonstrating adaptability, and effective parent-teacher communication. Proficient in child assessment and passionate about promoting children's well-being.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher

Agape Center for Care
08.2024 - Current

Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.

  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher

Community Care and Learning Center
11.2021 - 08.2024
  • Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication and providing regular progress updates.
  • Supported children''s social-emotional development by implementing lessons on empathy, friendship, and problemsolving.
  • Ensured child safety by adhering to all regulatory guidelines and maintaining an organized, clean classroom environment.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of student progress, identifying areas for growth and adjusting instruction accordingly.
  • Assisted students with developing fine motor skills through targeted activities involving cutting, drawing, painting, or other manipulatives.

Assistant Teacher

Headstart
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Coordinated management of student intake process as well as supervision for recess, lunch periods, and end-of-day transitions.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.

Cafeteria Worker

Page County Public Schools
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
  • Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
  • Enhanced food quality by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation areas.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with team members and assisting in various roles as needed.
  • Received and stored incoming supplies according to procedures.
  • Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events.
  • Maximized food safety by consistently following proper food handling procedures and storage guidelines.
  • Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
  • Served as a reliable team member during flexible scheduling demands, consistently arriving on time for all assigned shifts ready to contribute positively to the day''s work activities.
  • Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Helpers
02.2015 - 06.2016
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

Education

Standard - General Studies

Loudoun Valley Hjgh School
Purcellville, VA
06.1996

Skills

  • Respectfulness
  • Creative teaching
  • Dependability
  • Classroom organization
  • Safety procedures
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Social skills training
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Child development
  • Early childhood education
  • Child assessment
  • Problem-solving
  • Loves children
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Child care
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Child safety
  • Health and safety
  • Infant care
  • First aid training
  • Record keeping
  • Social development activities

Accomplishments

I have received many certifications in the childcare feild through trainings

  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
  • Employed activities and techniques techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.

Certification


  • CPR/AED Certification

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Agape Center for Care
08.2024 - Current

Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher

Community Care and Learning Center
11.2021 - 08.2024

Assistant Teacher

Headstart
02.2018 - 03.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Helpers
02.2015 - 06.2016

Cafeteria Worker

Page County Public Schools
01.2015 - 01.2018


  • CPR/AED Certification

Standard - General Studies

Loudoun Valley Hjgh School
Karen Bartlett