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CDA credit 2011
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Kilann Tanape

Kenai,AK

Summary


I enjoy teaching young children and watching them grow through the years. I teach at a pace and meet the child where they are at. I communicate with the parents and communicate with daily about their child. In my eyes the child is the teacher and I am following through their lead


Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Caring Early Learning Teacher with a total of 22 years of experience in Head Start instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Learning Teacher

Kenaitze Indian Tribe
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked on lesson plans and individual goals for the children daily to help in everyday learning areas.
  • Collaborated with teacher aides in planning the classroom and guiding children's learning experience.
  • Communicated with one another on goals for the children and any struggles that may not be helping the child and staff
  • Guided new teacher aides in working with young children and encouraging them to get comfortable with each child
  • Maintained daily records of attendance, meals, and health checks.
  • Communicated with families daily to share child's progress as well as concerns if any.
  • Supports students social and emotional skills
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Participated in parent teacher conferences to discuss developments of students and increase support.

Early Learning Aide

Kenaitze Indian Tribe
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with lead teacher in planning activities for lesson plans for month
  • Helped maintain a safe, and clean activity for children and staff
  • Engaged with children and supported everyday learning goals to meet required learning
  • Meet with families for parent conferences and home visits to meet goals for staff and address parent goals and family goals as well

Head Start Lead Teacher

Chugachmiut
08.2008 - 05.2023
  • Improved student retention by focusing on individualized learning plans and targeted interventions.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment through consistent communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.
  • Increased parent involvement with regular updates and open communication channels.
  • Enhanced cultural diversity awareness by incorporating multicultural materials in the curriculum.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring academic success for all students.
  • Mentored new teachers to help them adapt quickly and effectively to their roles as educators.
  • Boosted student motivation with engaging activities and personalized feedback, promoting self-directed learning habits.
  • Championed social-emotional learning initiatives in the classroom, cultivating empathy and resilience among students.
  • Established clear behavioral expectations and consistently enforced rules, fostering a structured yet nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Flight Coordinator

Smokey Bay Air
07.2007 - 02.2008
  • Enhanced flight scheduling efficiency by streamlining the coordination process for multiple aircraft.
  • Optimized crew utilization by managing duty hours, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining morale.
  • Reduced operational costs with effective resource allocation and monitoring of fuel consumption.
  • Improved on-time performance, coordinating closely with ground support teams and air traffic control.
  • Ensured passenger satisfaction by proactively addressing issues and providing timely information updates.
  • Accompanied aircraft as member of flight crew in order to monitor and handle cargo in flight.
  • Maintained flight logs on incoming and outgoing flights and individual flights.

Head Start Substitute

Chugachmiut
08.1999 - 05.2007

Was on call to fill in for lead teacher, and cook

  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
  • Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
05.2024

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
05.2016

High School Diploma -

Nanwalek Elm/ High
Nanwalek
05.1997

Skills

  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Group Instruction
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Social-Emotional Learning training
  • Student Records Management
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Lesson Planning
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Child Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Motivating students

Accomplishments

  • Won " Cultural Awareness" award ASHA in 2016.
  • Coached - Managed Native Youth Olympics for almost 10 years for grades 7th - 12th grade that resulted in athletes in accomplishing and breaking records and earning medals. Built up confidence in athletes and bonds lasting a lifetime between coach and athlete

CDA credit 2011

As a Lead teacher in the the Head Start felid, I needed to receive my Child Development Associate to become a qualified early childhood educator

Languages

Sugpiaq

Timeline

Early Learning Teacher

Kenaitze Indian Tribe
12.2023 - Current

Early Learning Aide

Kenaitze Indian Tribe
08.2023 - 12.2023

Head Start Lead Teacher

Chugachmiut
08.2008 - 05.2023

Flight Coordinator

Smokey Bay Air
07.2007 - 02.2008

Head Start Substitute

Chugachmiut
08.1999 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Alaska Fairbanks

High School Diploma -

Nanwalek Elm/ High
Kilann Tanape