Kathleen Gibson
Athens,AL
Summary
Talented Program Director skilled in handling administrative, operational and outreach program functions. Wears many hats to accomplish dynamic objectives. Ready to apply a diverse background of experience to new professional challenges with growth-oriented organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Term Substitute Teacher
Long, Creve Coeur School District
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
School Care Program Coordinator
Before and After, Common Place Community Center
08.2006 - 12.2008
- Responded to correspondence from community agencies, families and public inquiries
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and [Type]
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Front Desk Receptionist
Staybridge Suites Hotel
05.2005 - 09.2006
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy
06.2001 - 01.2005
- Iceland
- Mentored and supervised 200 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development
- Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations using [Software]
- Supervised logistical functions to support Keflavik AIMD
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Education
Crisis Counselor Certification -
graduate - French History
Master of Arts - Special Education
Bradley University
05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05.2006
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL06.2001
Skills
- Administrative Updates
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Group and Individual Care
- Strategic Corporate Guidance
- Brand Image Alignment
- Producing Communications
- Admission Procedures
- Social Media Monitoring
- Special Events
Additional Information
- Named Junior Sailor of the year 2004 Awarded 2 Naval Marine Corp Achievement Medal Awarded Volunteer Service Medal Awarded Good Conduct Award Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
Professional Recomendations
Emily Kinder, Realtor
Known for 6 years
(256) 631-8700
Brian Fennell, Tri-City Pest Control
Known for 5 years
(256) 501-1079
Stephanie Churchill, School Councilor
Known for 18 year
(309) 339-2048
Timeline
Term Substitute Teacher
Long, Creve Coeur School District
08.2008 - 12.2010
School Care Program Coordinator
Before and After, Common Place Community Center
08.2006 - 12.2008
Front Desk Receptionist
Staybridge Suites Hotel
05.2005 - 09.2006
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy
06.2001 - 01.2005
Crisis Counselor Certification -
graduate - French History
Master of Arts - Special Education
Bradley University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Bradley University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Illinois Central College
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