Kimberly Steele
Hammond,IN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Knowledgeable Teacher offering proven team building and program oversight abilities developed over 20-year progressive career in Early Childhood education. Practiced at coordinating facility space, resources and staff to efficiently meet dynamic demands. Well-organized, proactive and tactful in working with individuals of all backgrounds. Results-driven professional highly experienced Educational environments. Natural leader and operational problem-solver successful at maintaining budgets, overseeing staff and optimizing program operations. Effectively leverage interpersonal communication skills to develop long-lasting relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Headstart Teacher Assistant
School City of Hammond
Hammond , Indiana
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Childcare Center Director
The Growing Patch Daycare
South Holland, IL
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Familiarized parents with center's policies, regulations, fees and curriculum.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
- Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
- Launched marketing campaigns and events to attract community members and increase enrollment.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
Teacher Leader
Nurturing Developmental Learning Academy
South Holland, IL
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
Education
Early Childhood Education
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, ILSkills
- Classroom Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Program Development
- Team Building
- Computer Skills
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- [ParaProfessional] Certified
Timeline
Headstart Teacher Assistant
School City of Hammond
10.2023 - Current
Childcare Center Director
The Growing Patch Daycare
07.2019 - 09.2021
Teacher Leader
Nurturing Developmental Learning Academy
01.2012 - 01.2017
Early Childhood Education
South Suburban College of Cook County