Kierra Bumm
West Lafayette
Summary
Empathetic Childcare Professional focused on child development and classroom organization. Fostered relationships with children and parents, creating positive learning environments through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to continuous learning and eager to contribute to team success while adapting to new challenges.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Covenant Church
West Lafayette, IN
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in implementing age-appropriate learning activities to enhance child development.
- Maintained safe and engaging classroom environment, enhancing children's comfort and participation.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to prepare educational materials and resources for daily lessons.
- Developed positive relationships with children, fostering trust and encouraging participation in group activities.
- Planned and organized recreational activities that promoted physical health and developed social skills in children. that promoted physical health and social skills among children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child's development.
- Contributed to a safe and nurturing environment by closely monitoring children during indoor and outdoor playtime sessions.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Future Scholars Academy
West Lafayette, IN
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster children's cognitive and social development.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promoted physical, emotional, and intellectual growth in children.
- Established a positive classroom environment encouraging collaboration and mutual respect among students.
- Monitored student progress and adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's development and address any concerns effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on classroom management techniques and curriculum delivery methods.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected various subjects.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve instruction in the classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods as needed to improve performance.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs, ensuring their academic success.
- Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating diverse materials and perspectives into the curriculum.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, holding students accountable for meeting these standards.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in the learning process.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Enhanced student satisfaction by communicating regularly with students about needs and adjusting lessons to align with interests and classroom progress.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Created safe and nurturing a learning environment for preschoolers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Server
Sushi Don
Lafayette, IN
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely food delivery and guest satisfaction.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Implemented workflow improvements during peak hours, contributing to faster service.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Assisted in training new staff on menu items and service protocols.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to enhance food preparation and presentation quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Processed cash and credit transactions accurately while maintaining a balanced register.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Established strong connections with regular customers through personalized service.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Team Lead
Burger King
Lafayette, IN
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Led daily operations to ensure optimal customer service and efficient workflow.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Mentored team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Guided team members in specific techniques to enhance job performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve supply chain flow.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Lafayette, IN06-2021
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Lafayette, IN06-2017
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Child development
- Developmental assessment
- Literacy development
- Language development
- Motor skills development
- Nutrition education
- Nutrition
- Child safety practices
- Safety monitoring
- Emergency procedures
- Classroom organization
- Outdoor activities planning
- Music and movement
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Parent communication
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strong work ethic
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Active listener
- Written communication
- Strong computer skills
- Customer service
- Supply inventory
- Patience and empathy
- Social skills development
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Trained at least 5 of Future Scholars employees.
- Trained at least 10 of Burger King employees.
- Trained at least 5 of Sushi Don employees.
- Supervised groups of up to 10 children from three months to 3 years of age.
Affiliations
Covenant Church (West Lafayette, IN)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
French
Limited Working
Interests
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Cooking
- Music
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Camping
- Teaching and playing with my 4 year olds
- Church/Reading the Bible
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Covenant Church
09.2025 - Current
Childcare Lead Teacher
Future Scholars Academy
05.2020 - 07.2021
Server
Sushi Don
08.2018 - 05.2020
Team Lead
Burger King
06.2017 - 04.2019
No Degree - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School