Katherine Ward

The Medical Health Physics track focuses on applying radiation principles in the health care setting to protect staff, members of the public, and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure. Students will work on projects to improve radiation safety practices in radiology, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology, or research. Areas of investigation may include:

• Personnel monitoring
• Workplace monitoring
• Instrumentation – calibration and applications
• Regulatory analysis

• Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
• Stayed up to date on regional preschool curriculum laws.
• Developed educational curricula that promoted development in key behavioral and educational areas.
• Trained new preschool employees.
• Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications. 
• Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
• Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.

• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
• Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). 
• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

• Providing structured, safe childcare in a professional, religious setting
  Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
• Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines. 
• Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered. 
• Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
• Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.