Katelyn Cooper
Tupelo,USA
Summary
Lead Teacher experienced in lesson planning, classroom management, and emotional support. Enhanced child development and student engagement through mentoring and conflict resolution strategies while integrating technology with traditional teaching methods. Adaptable team member focused on business success, process improvement, and collaborative project completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Journey Kids Daycare
Saltillo, MS
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance child learning experiences.
- Fostered a supportive environment encouraging social, emotional, and cognitive development in children.
- Mentored junior staff on classroom management techniques and educational best practices, enhancing their teaching effectiveness.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns, fostering stronger home-school partnerships.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Served as a member of the school's leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities in classroom, increasing collaboration among students and enhancing understanding of material.
Childcare Provider
Church After School Association
Tupelo, MS
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Engaged children in educational and recreational activities to enhance social development.
- Monitored behavior and provided guidance, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Promoted personal hygiene and self-care skills through daily activity assistance for children.
- Supported emotional needs through active listening and nurturing interactions with children.
- Communicated progress and daily experiences effectively with parents to foster collaboration.
- Adapted activities to individual needs, promoting inclusivity and encouraging peer participation.
- Collaborated with team members to implement tailored lesson plans that met developmental goals.
- Maintained cleanliness of play areas, ensuring safety and organization for all children.
Assistant Teacher
Casa De Montessori
Tupelo, MS
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted in implementing Montessori curriculum, fostering child-led learning experiences.
- Supported classroom management, encouraging positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Prepared educational materials and resources to enhance learning activities.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and practices.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Assisted in maintenance of classroom records, ensuring accurate tracking of attendance and grades.
Team Associate
Planet Fitness Gym
Tupelo, MS
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Welcomed new members and provided information about gym services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of gym equipment and facilities.
- Assisted in scheduling personal training sessions and group classes.
- Monitored member check-ins to ensure smooth entrance process.
- Engaged with members to promote a positive gym atmosphere.
- Provided customer service to clients, including resolving complaints and answering inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project milestones within set deadlines.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met demand without excess.
Cashier
Scruggs Farm Lawn and Garden
Tupelo, Ms
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Proposed ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and service delivery.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve service goals and resolve product-related issues.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Handled customer requests and inquiries, enhancing overall satisfaction and service experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mooreville High School
Mooreville, MSSkills
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior modeling
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Staff development
- Lesson development
- Student needs assessment
- Classroom instruction
- Curriculum development
- Small group instruction
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Journey Kids Daycare
03.2021 - 05.2024
Childcare Provider
Church After School Association
10.2019 - 03.2021
Team Associate
Planet Fitness Gym
11.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Teacher
Casa De Montessori
08.2017 - 10.2019
Cashier
Scruggs Farm Lawn and Garden
09.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Mooreville High School