Katelyn Hillner
Plymouth, MA,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven track record in child development and education. Experience in activity planning and special needs support, with a commitment to fostering educational and emotional growth while creating positive and trusting relationships with the children and parents.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Babysitter
Callahan Family
Windham, NH
08.2022 - Current
- Help complete homework and school projects to boost educational performance.
- Organize activities such as games, arts and crafts, and playing outdoors.
- Read stories, sing songs, and play music to entertain children.
- Instruct and assist children in eating, toileting, chores, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Transport children to and from school, and extracurricular activities.
- Develop positive relationships with families through open communication regarding their child's progress, and any concerning behavior.
- Provide meals, snacks, and drinks for children according to parents' instructions.
Assistant Teacher Internship
Golden Brook School
Windham, NH
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with 3rd-grade students to reinforce the learning of material or skills introduced by the teacher.
- Led small group activities.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Assisted the teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, and supervising the classroom to foster a positive learning environment.
- Taught weekly lessons on new vocabulary, spelling, and sounds of words.
Unified HP Classroom Intern
Windham High School
Windham, NH
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided support to 10-12 children with special needs in a human performance class.
- Learned how to adapt based on each kid's disabilities.
- Monitored and guided behavioral reflections through daily evaluations.
- Taught physical and social skills through sports and games, with accommodations when needed.
- Developed methods to effectively interact with and understand children who struggle to communicate and listen to instructions.
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Triple Threat Theater Camp
Londonderry, NH
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the development of theater camp curriculum and lesson plans.
- Managed conflicts between campers in a professional manner while upholding behavioral expectations.
- Created a fun atmosphere where students could build confidence in themselves as performers.
- Engaged in conversations with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Helped with the opening, set-up, and closing every day of camp.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windham High School
Windham, NH06-2024
Skills
- CPR/AED certified
- Special needs experience
- Strong work ethic
- Creative lesson planning
- Recreational supervision
- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Self-motivation and drive
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
Assistant Teacher Internship
Golden Brook School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Unified HP Classroom Intern
Windham High School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Private Babysitter
Callahan Family
08.2022 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Triple Threat Theater Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Windham High School