Kristen N. Dalton
Lebanon,Indiana
Summary
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven track record of fostering a positive learning environment. Demonstrated ability to develop engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse student needs. Expertise in classroom management and student assessment, ensuring continuous academic growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher/Team Lead/Safety Captain
Children’s Courtyard
05.2019 - Current
- Encourages self-help skills: dressing, cleaning up, and problem solving. Help children gain confidence in their abilities.
- Reduce behavioral incidents by implanting positive reinforcement and conflict resolution techniques.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Ensuring a safe and clean learning environment by following health and safety regulations.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
Lead Teacher
ABC & 123 Learning Academy
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Incorporates art, music, and storytelling to inspire creativity. Allows children to express themselves in different ways.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Developed early writing, reading, and math comprehension.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Childcare Provider/School Aged Childcare Worker
Witham Family YMCA
06.2008 - 08.2011
- Created an inclusive atmosphere that welcomed diversity by celebrating cultural differences within the program setting.
- Continuously sought professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in child development and education for school-aged children.
- Assisted in coordinating fundraising events for program resources or improvements to the childcare facility.
- Established strong connections with community organizations to provide additional resources or services beneficial to program participants.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School
01.2011
Associate’s - Criminal Justice
Ivy Tech Community College
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justices, Juvenile Justice
Purdue Global University
05-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Communication Skills
- Active Listening
- Youth development experience
- Coaching and mentoring
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Confidentiality
- Attention to detail
- Hazard identification
Timeline
Lead Teacher/Team Lead/Safety Captain
Children’s Courtyard
05.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher
ABC & 123 Learning Academy
04.2018 - 05.2019
Childcare Provider/School Aged Childcare Worker
Witham Family YMCA
06.2008 - 08.2011
Associate’s - Criminal Justice
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justices, Juvenile Justice
Purdue Global University
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