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Kristina Downs

Grove City,OH

Summary

Dedicated educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and building strong relationships at Grove City Preschool. Excelled in classroom management and early childhood education, enhancing learning through creativity and empathy. Proven ability to boost confidence and participation, ensuring a supportive and structured environment. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness, demonstrating a strong work ethic and dependability.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Grove City Preschool
09.2019 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Encouraged student participation to boost confidence and self-expression.
  • Created a positive classroom atmosphere with routines and structure that promote security and confidence.
  • Encouraged creativity with art projects and music activities that stimulate imagination and self-expression.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Assisted and supervised up to 18 children through entire school day.

Parental Break

N/A
04.2014 - 09.2019

Stayed home to take care of our child until she went to school.

Customer Service Representative

Composite Trade Printing
06.1998 - 04.2014
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Coordinated with logistics department to expedite shipping for urgent customer orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

West High School
179 S Powell Ave Columbus, OH 43204

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Empathy and patience
  • Early childhood education
  • Strong work ethic and dependable

Timeline

Teacher

Grove City Preschool
09.2019 - Current

Parental Break

N/A
04.2014 - 09.2019

Customer Service Representative

Composite Trade Printing
06.1998 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

West High School
Kristina Downs