Kathleen Barkey
3288 Rainbow Run Road,Monongahela, PA
Summary
Compassionate Teacher veteran teacher with years of experience in the field education. Skilled at introducing new technologies into classrooms and improving student engagement, learning and academic performance. Committed to closely monitoring progress and proactively adjusting strategies for long-term success. Motivated professional offering a Master's of Education in Early Childhood Education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Blueprints Head Start
Donora, PA
11.1999 - Current
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Provided teaching materials for virtual learners.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, mentees and school administrators.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among children and adults.
- Provided trainings for adult learners in Early Childhood developmentally appropriate practices.
- Participated in and provided workshops, trainings and conferences to help improve educational skills.
Education Supervisor/Early Childhood Mentor Coach
Blueprints
Washington, PA
06.2002 - 2012
- Trained, led, and oversaw Head Start classroom instructors and attendants
- Worked closely with education staff to manage production and delivery of Blueprints educational programs.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Education
Master's of Education - Early Childhood Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Early Childhood Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA05.1991
Skills
- Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
- Curriculum Development
- Online Teaching experience for adult learners
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Behavior Modification
- Organizational skills
- Supervision & leadership
Timeline
Education Supervisor/Early Childhood Mentor Coach
Blueprints
06.2002 - 2012
Teacher
Blueprints Head Start
11.1999 - Current
Master's of Education - Early Childhood Education
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Early Childhood Education
California University of Pennsylvania
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