KIRA SHELEY
Santa Barbara,CA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Providence School
08.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed weekly creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Preschool Teacher
Highlands Christian School
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors. - Monitored students academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files. - Consulted with parents to build and maintain communication and positive support networks.
Occupational Therapist Observer/Voluntary Assistant
Wonderkind Pediatric Therapy
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding. - Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills. - Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Highlands Christian School
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child. - Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities. - Interacted with children one-on-one to enhance and support learning activities.
Child Care Worker
Church of the Highlands
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children. - Developed healthy relationships with 10-15 children to provide support and guidance.
Patient Care Volunteer
University of San Francisco Medical Center Parnassus
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted admitted patients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness. - Delivered amenities upon patients requests and offered refreshments to patient's visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptability
- Communication with Students and Teachers
- Collaboration and Team Work
References
- Desiree Feller, Providence School, Preschool Director, dfeller@providencesb.org
- Crystal Camacho, Highlands Christian School, Preschool Director, crystal@highlands.us
- Shayna Stoker, Nanny Position Employer, shay.stoker@icloud.com
- Jennifer Lyeutko, Providence School, Mentor Preschool Teacher/Coworker, jlyutko@providencesb.org
Certification
- Pediatric & Adult CPR/First Aid Certified 08/24
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Providence School
08.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Highlands Christian School
05.2022 - 08.2022
Occupational Therapist Observer/Voluntary Assistant
Wonderkind Pediatric Therapy
09.2021 - 12.2021
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Highlands Christian School
10.2020 - 12.2021
Patient Care Volunteer
University of San Francisco Medical Center Parnassus
05.2017 - 05.2018
Child Care Worker
Church of the Highlands
09.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
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