Kelly Holt
South Euclid,OH
Summary
Early childhood educator with a performance history of cultivating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Expertise in curriculum design and classroom management, along with a strong ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Recognized for adaptability to evolving educational needs, mentoring new staff, and consistently achieving desired educational outcomes. Demonstrated leadership qualities, effective communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Enrichment Center
Shaker Heights, OH
02.2017 - Current
- Foster supportive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development in an inclusive environment for 19 children.
- Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support children's growth and learning objectives.
- Assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies to enhance individual learning experiences.
- Mentor new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and curriculum delivery.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Customized activities to meet diverse learning needs, promoting inclusivity among all students.
- Identify struggling students early on and provide or request additional support as needed.
- Continuously pursue professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans fostering cognitive and social growth in preschool children.
Job Coach
Peckham Inc.
Lansing, MI
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Offered ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, leading to increased levels of motivation and self confidence.
- Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.
- Record and evaluate team member performance and provide written documentation of successes, challenges, and suggestions for improvement weekly and submit to supervisor.
- Michigan State University Enclave Program at Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center Sub Supervisor and Job Coach
- Monitored and tracked client progress through consistent follow-up sessions, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
- Collaborated with employers to identify suitable job opportunities for clients.
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Early Childhood Enrichment Center
Shaker Heights, OH
08.2005 - 06.2013
- Assisted in curriculum development to enhance learning experiences for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to implement engaging lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to support individual development and growth.
- Fostered positive classroom environment that encouraged creativity and social interaction among students.
- Organized educational materials and resources, ensuring availability for daily lessons and activities.
- Supported classroom management strategies to maintain productive learning atmosphere.
- Led small group activities to enhance social skills and cognitive development among students.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06-2028
Bachelor of Science 3.9 GPA - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati-Online
Cincinnati, OH05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood
Cuyahoga Community College
Highland Hills, OH05.2011
Skills
- Exceptional communication
- Documentation management
- Customer service expertise
- Strong organization
- Excellent phone demeanor
- Time management proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Telephone and email skills
- Client relationship building
- Confidentiality handling
Affiliations
Serves as teacher representative on ECEC Board of Directors.
Certification
CPR Certification
First Aid
Child Abuse
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Enrichment Center
02.2017 - Current
Job Coach
Peckham Inc.
09.2015 - 12.2016
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Early Childhood Enrichment Center
08.2005 - 06.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood
Cuyahoga Community College
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Bachelor of Science 3.9 GPA - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati-Online
References
- George Clark- Principal, Shaker Schools 216-318-7492
- Leandra Alvis- CMSD Pre-K 216-577-7029