Karen Craig
Thurman,OH
Summary
Dedicated Lead Teacher with strong leadership and program management skills focused on addressing diverse student learning needs. Skilled in resolving classroom challenges through effective intervention strategies. Experienced in supervising teams in customer service, demonstrating patience and calm communication in high-stress situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Child Development Center, CDC
Jackson, OH
08.2022 - 07.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups at a child development center.
- Fostered positive classroom environments encouraging social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and development.
- Ensured student safety and engagement throughout the day throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Shift Lead
Loves Travel Stop~Hardee’s
Bidwell, Ohio
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Supervised daily operations to ensure excellent customer service and food quality.
- Trained new team members on procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies to ensure product availability.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints with professionalism and care.
- Monitored food preparation and presentation for compliance with standards.
- Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.
- Provided guidance and support to other team members as needed.
- Handled cash register transactions accurately while providing excellent customer service.
- Managed store operations during absence of Store Manager or Assistant Manager.
- Delegated tasks to team members and monitored completion to maintain operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Managed inventory levels and placed orders to ensure product availability and minimize waste.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
- Supervised staff during shift changes and ensured transition went smoothly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH 09.1999 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Science - Kindergarten Education
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH 06.1996 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, Ohio 06.1990 - 02.1994
Some College (No Degree) - Intervention Specialist in Education
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH 09.1999 - 07.2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Progress tracking
- Compliance adherence
- Student privacy
- MS office
- Software proficiency
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Communication skills
- Relationship building
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
- Empathy and compassion
- Record-keeping
Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education received in 1994
- Kindergarten Certification received in 1997
- Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education received in 2004
- Certified in Adult Child Infant CPR+First Aid+AED 2/28/2025-2/28/2027
Affiliations
- I really enjoy exercising-weight lifting, walking, swimming, etc.
- I enjoy spending time with my 4 grandchildren including attending their football, basketball, and baseball practices and games. I also take them to High School games and really enjoy pitching to them, shooting baskets and passing the football with them.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Child Development Center, CDC
08.2022 - 07.2026
Shift Lead
Loves Travel Stop~Hardee’s
10.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Rio Grande
09.1999 - 09.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Intervention Specialist in Education
University of Rio Grande
09.1999 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Science - Kindergarten Education
University of Rio Grande
06.1996 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Rio Grande
06.1990 - 02.1994