Kelly Cooper
Winchester,VA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young and adolescent children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Possesses a wealth of experience in the classroom and social settings enabling a well rounded traditional education coupled with basic early childhood learning strategy and skill building. Volunteer experience in special olympics, 5th grade girls honors STARS program and vacation Bible school leader.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Express Preschool, LLC
2021.07 - Current
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Rainbow Express Preschool, LLC
2018.07 - 2020.06
- On-call for lead teacher as a substitute. Followed lead teachers lesson plans and program.
Residential Counselor and Recreational Therapist
Timber Ridge School
2006.09 - 2011.09
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
- Served as a liaison between families or guardians of clients when necessary; providing updates about clients' progress or addressing any concerns they may have.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
Brain Injury Case Coordinator
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
2005.01 - 2006.09
- Manged 30 brain injury clients for weekly progress based on specific injury needs.
- Met with treatment teams to discuss and plan implementation of life skills including basic self care needs.
- Assisted with job searches and placement as well as independent living placement.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client interactions, services provided, and case outcomes for accurate record keeping and compliance purposes.
Recreational Therapist and Dorm Counselor
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
2003.04 - 2005.01
- Plan, implement and supervise activities for special needs adult 18+ based on specific client needs.
- Taught adult women life skills including hygiene, cooking, cleaning, Attend meetings with treatment team based on treatment plans.
- Conduct room searches for contraband or unauthorized items and substances.
- Organized community outings for patients, increasing their participation in social events and enhancing their sense of inclusion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA05.2004
Skills
Child Development
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Organization
- Student Records Management
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Express Preschool, LLC
2021.07 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Rainbow Express Preschool, LLC
2018.07 - 2020.06
Residential Counselor and Recreational Therapist
Timber Ridge School
2006.09 - 2011.09
Brain Injury Case Coordinator
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
2005.01 - 2006.09
Recreational Therapist and Dorm Counselor
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
2003.04 - 2005.01
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science
Bridgewater College
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