Karen Zalta

• Mentored new teachers in the department, providing guidance on classroom management, curriculum planning techniques as well as everyday learning.
• Created a Toddler Curriculum appropriate for two and three year olds. Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
• Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive curriculum, resulting in improved student outcomes.
• Enhanced toddler learning by implementing age-appropriate and engaging lesson plans.
• Used art as a means of hands on teaching.
• Increased student vocabulary acquisition with interactive storytelling, felt boards and flash cards.
• Evaluated toddler progress regularly, catering to individual needs effectively.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments, and progress reports for effective documentation purposes.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
• Supported children''s physical development through the incorporation of movement activities into daily routines.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day.
• Managed daily classroom activities for optimal learning experiences and maintaining a safe environment.
• Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors and foster self-esteem in students.
• Implemented hands-on learning experiences that promoted curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving skills in toddlers.
• Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
• Used positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
• Ongoing assessments of developmental milestones to each each childs individual growth pattern.
• Strengthened social-emotional development by promoting positive behavior and encouraging peer interactions among toddlers.
• Parent communication and regular updates on child progress.
• Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and collaborative partnerships for each child''s success.
• Engaged parents actively in their child''s learning by hosting parent-teacher conferences, visiting the classroom and open communication.

In charge of supervising props, banners and shirts for Middle School Students and Faculty. Collaborated with students on designing the yearly theme.

Taught six, seventh and eighth graders Introduction to Graphic Design on computers using Print Shop and Photoshop.

• Supported students in learning how to read and write, through targeted instruction and additional resources.

• Head of Middle Girls Campus ages 11-14.
• In charge of 12 counselors and 80 girls.
• Head of Girls Mini Camp ages 7-9. First experience at sleep away camp. Ensuring the girls feel safe, secure and loved when away from home for the first time.

In charged of a fun, loving and educational pre-toddler camp experience.

Created a safe out door experience with parents, children and caregivers.

Circle Time, Tefillah, Arts and Crafts, Movement, Music and hands on activities.

• Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
• Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
• Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.

• Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
• Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
• Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.

• Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
• Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
• Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
• Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
• Went on Press Checks for Calling Cards

• Created designs for graphics and layouts for different books.
• Used Print Shop and PhotoShop to create images and layouts.
• Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.