Kathleen Bilstad
BISMARCK,ND
Summary
Academic professional with a background in planning, developing, and implementing curriculum that meets academic standards. Possesses strong skills in classroom management, course coordination, and student engagement. Demonstrates the ability to enhance learning through innovative teaching methods and instructional technology. Recognized for commitment to creating inclusive and positive learning environments. Dedicated to upholding the mission and values of a facility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-term Building Substitute Teacher
Centennial Elementary School
Bismarck , ND
10.2023 - Current
- Supported special education teachers by providing one-on-one assistance to identified students who require additional support services.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a safe, positive learning environment for all students.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
- Assisted in recommendation in IEPs for special education students.
- Utilized technology such as computers, projectors, interactive whiteboards. in the classroom setting.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Assessed student performance on tests, quizzes, projects using rubrics or checklists.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced school policies while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Integrated real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Enforced behavioral management plans.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
HSI Instructor Bismarck YMCA/Youth Development Center
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Adult First Aid
- Pediatric First Aid
- High-Performance CPR
- CPR AED All Ages
- BBP
- CACBS
- WFA
- EAI
- Emergency Oxygen
- Advanced Bleeding.
Site-Director Youth Development Center
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Monitored compliance with state licensing requirements for early childhood education programs.
- Assisted in developing grant proposals related to funding opportunities available from local foundations or government agencies.
- Managed budgets related to programming and personnel resources within the department.
- Created and maintained a safe and secure learning environment for all students in the program.
- Fostered an inclusive environment where diversity was respected and celebrated.
- Implemented behavior management systems that encouraged positive behaviors among students while discouraging negative ones.
- Supervised daily operations of the department including scheduling classes, assigning tasks to faculty members.
- Served as an advocate for young learners by providing guidance on issues such as bullying prevention or social and emotional development.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to support the school's mission and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and academic performance data.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive early childhood curriculum for children aged 0-5.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of student progress, identified areas of improvement, and developed strategies to address gaps in learning.
- Organized field trips and special events that promoted educational growth amongst students.
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers including seminars, conferences, webinars.
- Provided professional development opportunities to early childhood educators and staff.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
Owner Lapetite Childcare
10.2013 - 11.2019
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Coordinated with parents or guardians regarding their child's development progress.
- Performed regular inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure safety standards were met.
- Prepared weekly reports detailing any incidents that occurred during the week involving children in care.
- Developed new ideas for classroom activities that would engage young learners.
- Drafted monthly budget plans for operating expenses including staffing costs, supplies and materials purchases.
Education
Master’s in Early Childhood Education -
American College of Education
04.2024
Bachelor's Degree Human (Child) Services -
Rasmussen University
01.2019
Associate degree Early Childhood Education -
Dakota College at Bottineau
01.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Teacher Training
- Relationship Building
- Observation
- Classroom Instruction
- Organization
- Student Engagement
Accomplishments
- Alpha Theta Psi Chapter, 12/01/23, Present
- Teaching Excellence Member, 05/01/24, Present
- National Louis University, National Director Credential Aim for Excellence, 03/01/22
- National Association for Education and Young Children, NAEYC Conference Behavioral Mastery Neuroscience Teaching Strategies Certified Bright and Early of North Dakota, 11/01/22
- GOLD Interrater Reliability Certification, 10/01/22, 10/01/24, Bright and Early of North Dakota
Volunteer Experience
- NSDU Extension Council, Community and Family Wellness, 01/01/23, Present, Provide expertise of behavioral techniques to implement youth programming in the community better
- Association of Better Child Care, Vice President, 2017, 2019, Recorded keeping, Meeting Presenter, Meeting Agenda, Provide training for Child Care providers of North Dakota, Schedule Board Meetings
References
- Jessica Nichols, 701-323-4290
- Shaundra Bolinske, 701-221-6865, NDSU Extension Burleigh County
- Julie Hornvedt, 701-371-8002, Director of the NDSCS
Training
- Health Across the Gender Spectrum Stanford Medicine
- CBT Certification Skills Academy
- MANDT Certification NDYCC
- Report Writing NDYCC
- Interrater Reliability TSG
- CMT 1 NDYCC
- CMT 2 NDYCC
- Rape Elimination Act NDYCC
- Risk Management NDYCC
- Suicide Awareness NDYCC
- Suicide Prevention NDYCC
- Mental Health for Juveniles NDYCC
- Abuse Head Trauma CCWND
- Elements of Effective Environment CCWND
- Mandated Reporting CCWND
- The Responsive Process CCWND
- Healthy Practices and Policies CCWND
- Illness Prevention and Management CCWND
Timeline
Long-term Building Substitute Teacher
Centennial Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
HSI Instructor Bismarck YMCA/Youth Development Center
07.2021 - 06.2024
Site-Director Youth Development Center
05.2020 - 10.2022
Owner Lapetite Childcare
10.2013 - 11.2019
Master’s in Early Childhood Education -
American College of Education
Bachelor's Degree Human (Child) Services -
Rasmussen University
Associate degree Early Childhood Education -
Dakota College at Bottineau
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