Kathleen McElroy
Cheswick,PA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Lead Teacher with 5+ years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Hartwood Learning Center
Glenshaw, PA
03.2020 - Current
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, for each student to identify trends and rectify issues
Lead Teacher
The Alphabet Tree
Blawnox, PA
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Lead Cook
Dob-Bros Country Kitchen
Shelocta, PA
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
Manager of Operations
Del's Roadhouse Bar And Grill
Jackson, PA
03.2003 - 09.2013
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget..
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Maintained professional, organized and safe environment for employees and patrons
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
Education
Certificate of Microsoft Applications - Computer Networking
Allegheny Valley Institute of Technology
Leechburg, PA2011
Skills
- Lesson Development
- Student Records Management
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Key decision making
- Compliance understanding
- Safety awareness
- Teacher training
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
Additional Information
I am motivated, energetic, and a fast learner. I am good with communications, and feel that I would compliment a position with you.
References
Personal References
- Jackie Adams, Grove City, PA 16127
(724)372-5353
- Tasha Robinson, Russelton, PA 15076
(724)316-6567
- Kim Casterline, Rural Ridge, PA 15075
(412)855-9228
Professional References
- Karina Strong, Penn Hills, PA 15235
(724)681-1583
- Heather Kisow, Gibsonia, PA 15044
(412)496-7935
- Amber Schepis, Russelton, PA 15076
(412)965-8284
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Hartwood Learning Center
03.2020 - Current
Lead Teacher
The Alphabet Tree
10.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Cook
Dob-Bros Country Kitchen
04.2013 - 12.2015
Manager of Operations
Del's Roadhouse Bar And Grill
03.2003 - 09.2013
Certificate of Microsoft Applications - Computer Networking
Allegheny Valley Institute of Technology
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