Leah Pilarski
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level childcare position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Proactive and caring worker with numerous years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childrens Ministry Intern
Pleasant Hills Church/ Kailey Carlson
08.2022 - Current
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Summer Camp Counselor
Pleasant Hills Borough- Brian Smith/ Jake Aul
06.2019 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behavior from campers both individually and within group settings.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Served as a role model for younger staff members by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of camp operations.
- Enhanced camper experience by planning and executing diverse activities tailored to age groups and interests.
Babysitting
Various Families
06.2015 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces throughout duration of babysitting responsibilities.
- Talked to parents about concerns or issues with children during babysitting.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by providing consistent and reliable babysitting services for date nights.
- Developed strong rapport with families, leading to numerous referrals for additional babysitting opportunities.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.
- Adapted to various family dynamics and preferences, ensuring a seamless babysitting experience tailored to each individual household''s needs.
Elementary School Tutor
Belle Vernon Area School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly, focused learning environment.
- Boosted student confidence through positive reinforcement and individualized support.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas of weakness among students and tailor teaching methods accordingly.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional academic support, resulting in improved test scores.
- Strengthened math proficiency by implementing hands-on activities that reinforced basic concepts.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making content relatable and relevant for students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing engaging and interactive teaching methods.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Expanded students'' vocabulary through targeted language arts activities, enhancing reading comprehension levels.
- Increased student participation by creating a positive learning environment.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
Daycare Worker
Lois Johnson
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to foster imagination and enhance fine motor skills development among children.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption in the daycare setting.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Maintained compliance with all state licensing requirements and daycare policies to ensure a safe, secure environment for children under care.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication channels and ongoing collaboration on their child''s care plan requirements.
Nursery Child Care Provider
Pleasnt Hills Church- Heather Uziel/Kailey Carlson
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children by closely monitoring play areas, toys, and equipment.
- Established trusting relationships with families, maintaining open communication about their child''s progress.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Fostered emotional growth and self-confidence in children by providing consistent encouragement and praise.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among children by teaching effective problem-solving techniques.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With STEM Endorsement
California University of Pennsylvania
250 University Ave, California, PA 1541912.2024
Skills
- Activity Organization
- Child Safety
- Parent Communication
- Interactive Learning
- Inclusivity awareness
- Teaching children
- Small Group Facilitation
- Community Service
- Community Engagement
- Patience and Empathy
- Compassionate communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Creativity and Innovation
- Role Modeling
- Child Development
- Safety Guidelines
- Activity implementation
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement and Student Motivation
- Special Needs Support
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
- CPR certified infant
- CPR certified children and adult
- AED training certification
- Mandated reporter Training - August 2022
- Clearances
Timeline
Elementary School Tutor
Belle Vernon Area School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
Daycare Worker
Lois Johnson
12.2022 - 01.2023
Childrens Ministry Intern
Pleasant Hills Church/ Kailey Carlson
08.2022 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Pleasant Hills Borough- Brian Smith/ Jake Aul
06.2019 - Current
Nursery Child Care Provider
Pleasnt Hills Church- Heather Uziel/Kailey Carlson
08.2018 - 08.2022
Babysitting
Various Families
06.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With STEM Endorsement
California University of Pennsylvania
- CPR certified infant
- CPR certified children and adult
- AED training certification
- Mandated reporter Training - August 2022
- Clearances
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