Kessa Case
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Resourceful Childcare Provider with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kids Coordinator
Crestview Christian Church
Manhattan, KS
11.2023 - Current
- Created a safe environment where children could learn about Jesus Christ in an interactive setting.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and scheduling of volunteers to teach Sunday school classes.
- Carried out administrative responsibilities for children's ministry.
- Coordinated with pastor to define and advance children's ministry vision and align with overall church vision.
- Monitored program leaders for adherence to rules, policies and mission.
Behavioral Job Coach
Choices Network
Manhattan, KS
11.2023 - Current
- Established an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided guidance, support, and feedback to clients on their progress.
- Developed meaningful relationships with clients based on trust, respect and understanding.
- Supported clients during transitions from one setting to another.
- Assisted clients in understanding and obtaining work-related benefits and supports.
Church Childcare Provider
City Life Church
Wichita, KS
03.2022 - Current
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Childcare Provider
Various Families
Wichita, KS
01.2018 - Current
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Camp Counselor
Heartland Camps
Parkville, MO
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
Valley Center, KS
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Children's Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
Manhattan, KS05.2027
High School Diploma -
Berean Academy
Elbing05.2023
Skills
- Parent relationship management
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child Safety Procedures
- Special Needs Support
- Volunteer Management
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Licensed Lifeguard - May 2022
Volunteerhistory
- January 2023, May 2023, School Library Assistant
- March 2022, May 2023, Church Childcare Volunteer
Timeline
Kids Coordinator
Crestview Christian Church
11.2023 - Current
Behavioral Job Coach
Choices Network
11.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Heartland Camps
05.2023 - 08.2023
Church Childcare Provider
City Life Church
03.2022 - Current
Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
05.2021 - 08.2022
Childcare Provider
Various Families
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Children's Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
High School Diploma -
Berean Academy
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