Kelly Donnell
Christiana,TN
Summary
Friendly and energetic Preschool Teacher with 9 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
New Vision Weekday Preschool
08.2016 - Current
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- 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 in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Lab Technician
Price Eyecare and Optical
05.2007 - 07.2016
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment with meticulous attention to detail throughout the lens creation process, from inputting prescriptions to final inspections.
- Increased operational efficiency by cross-training in multiple roles, providing flexibility within the team during peak periods or staff absences.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by organizing tools and materials for easy accessibility during the lens fabrication process.
- Minimized equipment downtime with proactive maintenance checks, troubleshooting issues as they arose to maintain efficient operations.
- Provided patient education on proper use and care of lenses.
Optical Lab Technician
LENSCRAFTERS, Luxottica Group
07.2001 - 06.2007
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment with meticulous attention to detail throughout the lens creation process, from inputting prescriptions to final inspections.
- Exceeded company benchmarks for product quality and consistency through rigorous adherence to established manufacturing standards.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction with timely delivery of accurately produced prescription lenses.
- Improved lens production quality by implementing advanced inspection techniques and maintaining clean work environments.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills when addressing unique customer requests or complex prescriptions, ensuring optimal outcomes for each client''s vision needs.
- Streamlined inventory management by regularly updating stock levels, ensuring necessary materials were always available for production needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TNHigh School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
Murfreesboro, TN05.2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Group and individual instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Trained in Learning Without Tears Curriculum
- Child CPR and First Aid Certified
- Play-Based Learning
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
New Vision Weekday Preschool
08.2016 - Current
Lab Technician
Price Eyecare and Optical
05.2007 - 07.2016
Optical Lab Technician
LENSCRAFTERS, Luxottica Group
07.2001 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
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