Lesley Greene
Grand Rapids,MI
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. I'm an organized and dependable candidate that is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Aquatics Supervisor
The Salvation Army Grand Rapids Kroc Center
05.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
- Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Grand Rapids - David D. Hunting
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant- Waddler Age
Little Marvels Elc
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
University Children's Center
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant, Day Camp Lead,
YMCA Of Greater Grand Rapids- David D. Hunting
01.2006 - 09.2014
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Updated all documentation and logs to maintain camp and camper records.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff and families.
Education
Associate of Arts - Associates of Fine Art
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI05.2008
High School Diploma -
Grayling High School
Grayling, MI05.2002
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Emergency Situations
- Student Engagement and Development
- Positive Learning Environment
- Leading Activities
- Individualized Support
- Behavioral Modeling
- Transition Coordination
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Maintaining Safety
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Basic Skills Teaching
Timeline
Aquatics Supervisor
The Salvation Army Grand Rapids Kroc Center
05.2019 - Current
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Grand Rapids - David D. Hunting
08.2017 - 05.2018
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant- Waddler Age
Little Marvels Elc
01.2016 - 08.2017
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
University Children's Center
10.2014 - 12.2015
Early Childhood Educator Assistant, Day Camp Lead,
YMCA Of Greater Grand Rapids- David D. Hunting
01.2006 - 09.2014
Associate of Arts - Associates of Fine Art
Grand Rapids Community College
High School Diploma -
Grayling High School
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