Kaylee Peters
Grayslake,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader and educator at Peppermint Stick Children's Center, adept in staff development and strategic planning. Excelled in enhancing student engagement and academic performance through innovative programs. Proven ability in staff coordination and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative environment. Passionate about continuous improvement and professional growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
Peppermint Stick Children's Center
08.2013 - Current
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry clients.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Led professional development workshops on topics such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Nanny
Lanie Kuhlman
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL05-2020
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Staff development
- Task delegation
- Staff coordination
- Google drive
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Documentation and reporting
- Training and development
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Professional and courteous
Timeline
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
Peppermint Stick Children's Center
08.2013 - Current
Nanny
Lanie Kuhlman
01.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
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