Kate Lowery
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Dynamic early childhood education professional with a proven ability to foster cognitive and social development through innovative teaching strategies. Expertise in creating engaging, safe, and nurturing learning environments that inspire young learners to thrive. Cultivates strong classroom leadership and effectively collaborates with families and colleagues to support each child's unique growth journey. Strong track record in enhancing student engagement and promoting positive educational outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
08.2024 - Current
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
- Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and policies.
- Follow Bright Horizon’s planned curriculum and proactively implement classroom adjustments to support individual needs.
Teacher's Assistant
Kings Cooking Studio
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Provides guidance to students on proper techniques and food safety regulations
- Demonstrates how to follow recipes accurately to create delicious meals that meet customer expectations
- Creates and follows a curriculum of different menus, cooking styles, and techniques
Corporate Flight Attendant
Jet Edge International
05.2018 - 11.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service to high profile passengers and crew members in a professional manner
- Demonstrated the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently while maintaining safety standards
Therapeutic Support Staff
Pathways Community Services
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Provided individualized mental health interventions to children
- Generated weekly behavioral assessment reports
- Executed therapies directly from each child's behavior plan
Teacher's Assistant
Oak Tree Preschool
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Supervised children ages 18 – 36 months
- Handled curriculum development
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure each student's educational goals were met
Intern
Pathways to Prosperity
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Supervision of children from low-income families, ages 4-7
- Conducted lessons that foster creativity and are based on the value of school, home and community
- Provided support services for families and children as part of a weekly initiative aimed at ending poverty
Intern
Ginnie's House Sussex County Children's Advocacy Center
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Provided on-site child supervision and emotional support for clients
- Represented the agency at public functions and fundraisers
- Scheduled appointments and managed records
Resident Counselor
River Haven Youth Center
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Implemented behavior management strategies for runaway and homeless teens
- Maintained records on individual progress, behavior, and attendance of residents in accordance with state guidelines
- Facilitated conflict resolution between residents by utilizing strong interpersonal skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05-2015
Master of Arts - Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2027
Skills
- Special needs support
- Child assessment
- Classroom management
- Nutrition and health
Certification
- American Heart Association CPR Certified
- Ecard code: 236024378760
- New York City, NY
- March 2025
Accomplishments
- Bright Horizons Rising Star Award
- Head of Better Together Committee
Timeline
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
08.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Kings Cooking Studio
01.2024 - 10.2024
Corporate Flight Attendant
Jet Edge International
05.2018 - 11.2023
Therapeutic Support Staff
Pathways Community Services
02.2017 - 02.2018
Teacher's Assistant
Oak Tree Preschool
04.2016 - 02.2017
Intern
Pathways to Prosperity
04.2016 - 02.2017
Intern
Ginnie's House Sussex County Children's Advocacy Center
03.2016 - 02.2017
Resident Counselor
River Haven Youth Center
07.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
SUNY New Paltz
Master of Arts - Education
Brooklyn College