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Katie Braz

Bristol,RI

Summary

Friendly Lead Preschool Teacher develops relationships with children with a range of abilities. Dedicated to supporting children's emotional, physical and cognitive development. Punctual and organized with outstanding interpersonal abilities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Oliver Day School
Barrington, RI
01.2023 - Current
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Created safe, environment for children through implementation of appropriate activity and discipline.
  • Provided guidance counseling services when necessary in order to help students resolve conflicts or personal issues.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Integrated music into everyday activities to foster creativity among students.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.

In-Home Babysitter

N/A
Barrington, RI
03.2019 - Current
  • Developed daily routines for the kids which included naps and bedtime stories.
  • Occupied and entertained children with age-appropriate games, toys, movies and coloring books.
  • Helped with light housekeeping duties related to child care such as laundry, tidying up play areas, washing dishes.
  • Organized activities such as games, crafts and outdoor activities.
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Instructed children in proper hygiene, manners and behavior.
  • Read books to children of all ages.
  • Assisted with bathroom breaks and served meals to maintain familiar schedule for little ones.
  • Reported accidents, injuries or hazards to promote safety and security for children.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI

Skills

  • Child monitoring
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Homework assistance
  • Bedtime routines
  • Role modeling
  • Good judgment
  • CPR certified
  • Light housekeeping
  • Potty training
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Diaper changing
  • Storytelling and reading
  • Outdoor exploration
  • Child supervision

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Oliver Day School
01.2023 - Current

In-Home Babysitter

N/A
03.2019 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Community College of Rhode Island

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