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Kiersten Pulliam

Kiersten Pulliam

Edwards,NC

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Ovella Bilal's Lion Kingdom Childcare specializing in play-based learning and exceptional relationship building. Leveraged creative expression and critical thinking to enhance children's developmental needs, achieving significant improvements in classroom engagement and parental involvement. Expert in curriculum development and safety awareness, fostering inclusive and adaptive learning environments.

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Ovella Bilal
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Utilized creative arts to enhance children's expressive abilities and creativity.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
  • Integrated children with special needs into classroom, promoting empathy and understanding among peers.
  • Developed and executed age-appropriate curriculum, fostering love for learning in young children.
  • Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share teaching strategies and resources, improving overall teaching quality.

Receptionist

James Jrs Home Improvement
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes.
  • Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.
  • Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution.
  • Helped maintain office security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges.
  • Supported HR activities by assisting with recruitment process, including scheduling interviews and organizing candidate information.
  • Enhanced efficiency by organizing administrative tasks, including filing and data entry.
  • Facilitated positive customer experiences by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming reception area, contributing to positive first impression for visitors.
  • Facilitated smooth communication channels by promptly forwarding messages to appropriate departments.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.

Secretary

J&K Greenscapes
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Utilized creative arts to enhance children's expressive abilities and creativity.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
  • Integrated children with special needs into classroom, promoting empathy and understanding among peers.
  • Developed and executed age-appropriate curriculum, fostering love for learning in young children.
  • Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share teaching strategies and resources, improving overall teaching quality.

Education

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Child Development

Pamlico Community College
Beaufort, NC
05.2023

Currículum - Basic Studies

Cary High School
Cary,NC
08.1999

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Gross motor skills
  • Maintaining safety
  • Conflict resolution
  • Sensory activities
  • Curriculum planning
  • Safety awareness
  • Fine motor skills
  • Classroom organization
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Arts and crafts
  • Outdoor play
  • Circle time management
  • Practical learning
  • Motor skill development
  • Dramatic play
  • Artistic activities
  • Leading activities
  • Curriculum development
  • Developmental needs
  • Storytelling techniques
  • Curriculum design
  • Self-esteem boosting
  • Individualized support
  • Nutrition management
  • Goal setting
  • Children's literature
  • Meal organizing
  • Nutrition education
  • Preparing meals
  • Valid state license
  • Special needs education
  • Creative expression
  • Mediation
  • Special education
  • Student remediation
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Coordinating schedules
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Clear communication
  • Empathy and patience
  • Team collaboration
  • Health and safety
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Active listening
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavioral management
  • Teaching strategies
  • Family engagement
  • Crisis intervention
  • Cultural awareness
  • Technology integration
  • Visual aids creation
  • Early literacy
  • Safety and supervision

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
  • Supervised team of Number staff members.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Ovella Bilal

Receptionist

James Jrs Home Improvement

Secretary

J&K Greenscapes

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Child Development

Pamlico Community College

Currículum - Basic Studies

Cary High School
Kiersten Pulliam