Kennedy Koldewey
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
I am a Pre-K teacher and Early Childhood Ed. student with real classroom experience working with young children and supporting their everyday learning and development. I enjoy creating fun, engaging activities, helping manage the classroom, and building strong connections with students and families. I’m passionate about creating a positive environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
07.2024 - Current
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Created age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing individual student engagement.
- Facilitated interactive activities that fostered social and emotional development, supporting students' overall well-being.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Instructed students across core subjects, integrating hands-on learning experiences to promote comprehensive understanding.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and development.
Preschool Teacher
Ardent Preschool and Daycare
Hoover, AL
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians through consistent communication on student progress, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Maintained structured classroom environments with clear rules and positive reinforcement techniques, promoting student engagement and discipline.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Organized engaging activities that promoted children's physical, emotional, and social development, contributing to holistic growth.
Preschool Teacher
Bridgeway Academy
Satsuma, AL
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
Daycare Teacher
SpringHill First Baptist Dayschool
Mobile, AL
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural, Multicultural, And Diversity Studies
University of Mobile
Mobile, ALBachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN04-2026
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum planning
- Creative lesson planning
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Activity Planning
- Parent communication
- Effective listening
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Calm and Patient
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Ardent Preschool and Daycare
11.2020 - 03.2023
Preschool Teacher
Bridgeway Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
Daycare Teacher
SpringHill First Baptist Dayschool
08.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural, Multicultural, And Diversity Studies
University of Mobile
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Indiana Wesleyan University