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Katherine Carney

Pottstown,PA

Summary

Preschool Teacher dedicated to supporting social-emotional and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to encourage learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with play-based techniques to promote learning and development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Magic Memories
11.2020 - Current
  • Assisted and supervised up to 10 children aged 3-5 through entire school day.
  • Enhanced preschoolers' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
  • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
  • Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
  • Implemented a variety of assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly, leading to improved learning outcomes.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child's progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • As a Mentor Teacher, mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
  • Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
  • Empowered students as leaders by assigning age-appropriate responsibilities within the classroom community, fostering independence and self-confidence among preschoolers.
  • Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency by streamlining daily routines and procedures, saving valuable instructional time for academic learning opportunities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
10.2015 - 11.2020
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Aided pharmacists in preparing compounding products.
  • Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and insurance companies on patients' behalf.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.

Education

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA

Skills

  • Learning Assessment Skills
  • Social Skills Development
  • Health and Safety
  • Nutrition Education
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Time Management
  • Activity Planning

Certification

  • Recently completed Child Development Associate application and observation process. Certification is pending.
  • CPR/First Aid Certified

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Magic Memories
11.2020 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
10.2015 - 11.2020

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Delaware County Community College
  • Recently completed Child Development Associate application and observation process. Certification is pending.
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
Katherine Carney