Leesa Kotrola
Gulf Breeze,FL
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Faith Baptist Preschool
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Educational Aide
DODEA
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitoring students during various phases of school day
- Supports educational efforts in the Special Education classroom and general education classroom as needed
- Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, and parents
- Works with students in accordance with plans developed by the specialist and educators
- Carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as needed.
Youth Center Operations Clerk
Department of the Navy
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Adhered to established laws, policies, rules and regulations
- Maintained office administrative procedures, records, and systems of various types to ensure an efficient operation of the site
- As well as comply with Commander, Navy Installation Command (NCIC) standards
- Provide information and guidance on procedures, reports, and requirements, as well as programs, policies, procedures, and activities
- Received telephone calls and visitors and directed parents and students to the appropriate staff or organization
- Organized/compiled information for reports
- Worked with both military and Department of Defense (DOD) families from all branches of service and provided them with information regarding resources accessible to them through base ran programs.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Department of the Air Force
01.2010 - 12.2016
- Replaced teachers as needed in the classroom for multiple age groups
- Lead, set up, and maintained preschool classroom with 24 students
- Planned, organized, and presented information and instruction which helped students learn subject matter and skills that contributed to their educational and social development
- Provided instruction which is compatible with the school and system-wide curricular goals
- Completed lesson plans, observations, and kept files up to date for all students
- Kept regular communication through both formal and informal meetings with parents, coworkers and administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
07.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland-Global Campus
01.2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Assessment
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Teacher Support
- Behavioral support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- IEP familiarity
References
- Doreen Falcon, Strategic Human Resources Consultant, doreen.j.falcon@gmail.com, (720) 340-6619
- Abbie Torroll, Director of Faith Baptist Preschool, AbbieTorroll@gmail.com
- Stacey Tamai, Director at Port Hueneme Youth Center, anstacia.tamai.naf@us.navy.mil, (805)9824218
Certification
ACSI: Association of Christian Schools International Certification for Elementary School Teacher -2025
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Faith Baptist Preschool
08.2023 - 05.2024
Educational Aide
DODEA
01.2022 - 05.2024
Youth Center Operations Clerk
Department of the Navy
01.2016 - 12.2017
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Department of the Air Force
01.2010 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland-Global Campus
ACSI: Association of Christian Schools International Certification for Elementary School Teacher -2025
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