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Kelsey Barrera

Mangum Ok,Oklahoma

Summary

Enthusiastic Teacher with 12 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Hobart Head Start
Hobart, OK
08.2023 - Current
  • Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.

Teacher

Tiger Cub Learning Center
Mangum, OK
09.2013 - 08.2023
  • Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
  • Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
  • Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
  • Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.

Childcare Provider

Rennaissance Schools
Stillwater, OK
09.2016 - 01.2017
  • Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
  • Supported lead teachers with development and implementation of curriculum and lesson planning.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Documented student observations and other information to create reports.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Provided support to classroom teachers during their absence.

Childcare Provider

Altus Air Force Base (Youth Center)
Altus, OK
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • Cared for children in institutional settings.
  • Organized and supervised field trips, school events and activities.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among participants through role modeling.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to create a fun atmosphere.
  • Helped coordinate special events such as field trips or movie nights.
  • Assisted in organizing and leading recreational activities for youth participants.
  • Designed creative projects to engage the interest of all ages.
  • Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities, outings, and special events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Mid-America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK

Skills

  • Child Development
  • Classroom Organization
  • Lesson Planning
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Proficient in Microsoft
  • Student Engagement
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Serving Diverse Communities
  • Effective Listening
  • Community Involvement
  • Flexible and Adaptive
  • Student Evaluations
  • Clear Public Speaking Skills
  • Kinesthetic Learning
  • Family Involvement
  • Special Needs Students

Certification

  • CPR
  • First Aide
  • Phlebotomy
  • CECPD Training

Personal involvement

  • Member of The Lighthouse Church
  • Foster Care (Kinship parent)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

Hobart Head Start
08.2023 - Current

Childcare Provider

Rennaissance Schools
09.2016 - 01.2017

Childcare Provider

Altus Air Force Base (Youth Center)
09.2014 - 08.2015

Teacher

Tiger Cub Learning Center
09.2013 - 08.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Mid-America Christian University

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