Kathy West
Alburnett,IA
Summary
Skillful School Teacher with structured and organized approach to classroom development. Carefully analyzed student areas of weakness and promoted areas of excellence. Orchestrated innovative solutions to academic and interpersonal problems. Developed compassionate approach to growing student maturity. Results-driven style of teaching with strong record of success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare / Pre_ School Teacher
Our Little Haven Child Care And Preschool
11.2017 - 06.2022
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Developed innovative and diverse methods for teaching children aged [Number] to [Number] using technology integration and experimental learning.
- Escalated consistent problematic behavior problems to school officials and senior staff.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
Daycare Teacher
Apple Kids
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children [Number] to [Number] years old.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Enhanced [Number]-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
On Site Superviser
Waypoint Services Of Cedar Rapids
01.2011 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
- Delivered reports to [Job title]s each [Timeframe] to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Attended weekly meetings with [Job Title] to discuss safety procedures, compliance issues and facility maintenance.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
- Planned, coordinated and managed operations and field safety programs for building construction, and infrastructure and public works projects.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas and offices every [Timeframe].
- Attended [Number] on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
Lead Teacher in the Nursery
A To Z Pre-School And Daycare Center
03.2007 - 12.2010
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children [Number] to [Number] years old.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05.
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Educational Opportunities
- Behavioral Improvement
- Technology Integration
- Distance Learning
- Curriculum Selection
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Safety Awareness
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- State Standards Adherence
- Teacher Training
- Behavior Modeling
- Classroom Practices
- Individualized Support
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Nurturing Environment
- Positive Learning Environment
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Policy Management
- School Policies
- Federal Guidelines
- Classroom Observation
- Positive Interactions
- Social Development
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
Certification
Mandatory reporter the rest are expired.ea of expertise] License - [Timeframe] my degree is Early Education Specialist.
Reading, Boating, enjoybeing in the outdoors
I love to read! i read a variety of books, boating is one of my favorite summer activites. That goes along with enjoy the outdoors, i love the sun, I also love being in the sun every chance I spend as much time as my schedule allows. that includes time my boyfriend and i spend togather.
Additional Information
watching children learn something I taught to them is the best feeling, I love kids of every age, and have alot of experience to bring with me.
Timeline
Daycare / Pre_ School Teacher
Our Little Haven Child Care And Preschool
11.2017 - 06.2022
Daycare Teacher
Apple Kids
02.2017 - 10.2017
On Site Superviser
Waypoint Services Of Cedar Rapids
01.2011 - 10.2016
Lead Teacher in the Nursery
A To Z Pre-School And Daycare Center
03.2007 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Hawkeye Community College
Mandatory reporter the rest are expired.ea of expertise] License - [Timeframe] my degree is Early Education Specialist.
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