Lily Sikora
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Accomplished Pre-K Lead Teacher at Nurture With Nature Childcare Ministry, adept in lesson planning and student engagement, significantly enhancing learning experiences. Expert in parent-teacher collaboration and conflict resolution, fostering a supportive and dynamic educational environment. Proven track record in developing effective curricula and promoting significant academic and personal growth in diverse learners.
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Known for ability to inspire students and foster collaborative learning environments. Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Nurture With Nature Childcare Ministry
05.2024 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Lead Teacher
Toddler University
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Line Cashier
MCL Restaurant and Bakery
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
Drive Thru Cashier
Dogwood BBQ
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Took orders at drive-thru or front counter and accurately processed payments to provide guests with great service.
- Demonstrated outgoing and friendly behavior and positive attitude and interacted well with staff and customers.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Maintained clean, tidy and orderly work station to uphold company standards.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
- Assisted customers with menu items and accurate order fulfillment.
- Managed cash transactions for a high-volume drive-thru, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills to increase customer satisfaction.
- Understood restaurant menu, limited-time offers and promotions to answer guest questions.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse clientele daily.
- Established effective rapport with returning customers, fostering a welcoming environment at the drive-thru window.
- Crosstrained in front counter operations to provide additional support as needed during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Cross-trained in other areas of restaurant to provide additional support during busy periods.
- Followed company policies and procedures regarding cash handling.
- Assisted in training new drive-thru staff members, ensuring proper procedures were followed consistently.
- Improved team productivity by assisting with food preparation during peak hours when needed.
- Resolved problems with orders quickly and offered refund or replacement.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly and courteously.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding cash handling, food safety procedures, and workplace conduct expectations consistently throughout employment tenure.
Education
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2025
Associate of Science - Music Education
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05-2022
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
Carmel,IN05-2019
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Student engagement
- Project-based learning
- Curricula development
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teaching
- Family engagement
- Student advocacy
- Safe learning environment
- Childcare requirements
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate (May 2024)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Indiana Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Nurture With Nature Childcare Ministry
05.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Toddler University
04.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cashier
MCL Restaurant and Bakery
04.2023 - 02.2024
Drive Thru Cashier
Dogwood BBQ
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate (May 2024)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Indiana Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Science - Music Education
Vincennes University
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
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