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Katherine Gibbs

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Little Flock Christian School
Fairfax, VA
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in creating and implementing lesson plans for preschoolers.
  • Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
  • Organized play areas, toys, and learning materials to create a safe and stimulating environment.
  • Supervised the children while they were engaged in various activities such as arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play.
  • Assessed student progress through observation of their work and interactions with other students.
  • Encouraged cooperative play among students by providing positive reinforcement when needed.
  • Helped students learn basic academic skills such as counting, alphabet recognition, writing letters and numbers.

Children's Ministry Volunteer

All People's Community Church
Fairfax, VA
09.2016 - 09.2024
  • Serve as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
  • Assist with planning, implementing and supervising developmentally rewarding curriculum for assigned age group.
  • Organize and led activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development in children such as games, arts and crafts and storytelling.
  • Prepare faith based lesson plans and prepared materials for classroom activities.
  • Maintain appropriate communication with parents regarding child activities and incidents.

Guest Experience Leader

Altar'd State
Leesburg, VA
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.

Brand Representative

Altar'd State
McLean, VA
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Promoted branding initiatives while maintaining product displays to adhere to corporate standards.
  • Promoted positive company image through superior customer service experiences.
  • Created experiences that drove business results and customer brand engagement.
  • Maintained inventory integrity and accuracy to protect company assets.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate merchandise based on guest needs and desires.

Caregiver

Care.com Inc
Great Falls, VA
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Maintain a safe play environment.
  • Observe and monitor children's play activities.
  • Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
  • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Merritt Academy
Arlington, VA
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Professional Dog Bather

Petsmart
Reston, VA
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Perform animal grooming duties such as washing, brushing, clipping, and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
  • Answer telephones and schedule appointments.
  • Discuss with clients their pets' grooming needs.
  • Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
  • Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.

Kennel Attendant

Seneca Hill Animal Hospital Resort and Spa
Great Falls, VA
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
  • Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
  • Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
  • Collect and record animal information such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake.
  • Exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental health.

Education

High School Diploma -

Langley High School
Mclean, VA
06.2021

Skills

  • Efficient and Detail-Oriented
  • High-Energy Attitude
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Coordination and Teamwork

Timeline

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Little Flock Christian School
08.2023 - Current

Guest Experience Leader

Altar'd State
04.2023 - 07.2023

Brand Representative

Altar'd State
02.2023 - 03.2023

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Merritt Academy
06.2021 - 08.2021

Caregiver

Care.com Inc
11.2020 - 12.2022

Professional Dog Bather

Petsmart
09.2020 - 01.2021

Kennel Attendant

Seneca Hill Animal Hospital Resort and Spa
01.2020 - 04.2020

Children's Ministry Volunteer

All People's Community Church
09.2016 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Langley High School
Katherine Gibbs