Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Childhood Development Associate (CDA)
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Katie Snyder

Katie Snyder

Alpharetta,GA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in early childhood education at The Goddard School. Proven ability to enhance learning environments through effective organization and thorough cleaning practices. Skilled in linen management and proficient in safe chemical handling, fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere for children while building strong relationships with families.

Overview

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CDA (Early Childhood Development Associate

Work History

Housekeeper

Self-employees
02.2022 - 10.2025
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.

Preschool / Pre-K DivisionDirector

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
03.2016 - 01.2021
    • Trained staff and provided successful techniques to improve overall service to customers.
    • Provided strategic direction for team of roughly 20 teachers.
    • Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
    • Produced five reports per week to analyze job performance against team goals.
    • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
    • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
    • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
    • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
    • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
    • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
    • Assisted and supervised 24 in my classroom as well as children in my division through entire school day.
    • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
    • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
    • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
04.2013 - 09.2016
    • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
    • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
    • Assisted and supervised 24 children through entire school day.
    • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
    • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
    • Prepared pre-class materials.
    • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
    • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
    • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
    • Established positive relationships with students and families.
    • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
    • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
    • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
    • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.

Preschool Teacher /Kindergarten Assistant

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
09.2005 - 01.2016
    • Assisted and supervised about 24 children through entire school day.
    • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
    • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
    • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
    • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
    • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
    • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
    • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
    • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth
    • Occasionally supported office / management with answering calls, scheduling tours for the school, support fellow teachers as needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Milton High School
Alpharetta, GA
05.2005

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Residential cleaning
  • Hardworking
  • Supply inventory management
  • Management skills
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Professional

Certification

*Childhood Development Associate (CDA)

*Trained in CPR

*Trained in Fire Safety

*Trained infectious diseases

*Trained in first aid


Timeline

Housekeeper

Self-employees
02.2022 - 10.2025

Preschool / Pre-K DivisionDirector

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
03.2016 - 01.2021

Lead Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
04.2013 - 09.2016

Preschool Teacher /Kindergarten Assistant

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
09.2005 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Milton High School

Childhood Development Associate (CDA)

To become more efferent as well as providing professional and recognition for Early Childhood Educators, improve the quality of care for young children by ensuring educations are up -to -date on best practices, and advance  a person's career in the Early Childhood Education Field. Requires on on-going extensive train ti sat up-to-date.