Lydia Petrich
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Experienced educator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Adept at leading classrooms and implementing effective lesson plans. Demonstrated ability to provide instruction and guidance to students of all ages, fostering a positive learning environment. Known for developing strong relationships with students, resulting in enhanced educational outcomes. Committed to continuously improving classroom management techniques and maintaining a growth mindset.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Liberty Bay Preschool
09.2023 - Current
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Served as a member of the school's leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Peace Lutheran School
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by school administration based on excellent, trusted performance
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
Program Director
Peace Lutheran Childcare
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance
- Established program policies and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills
- Supervised program staff
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement
- Monitored programming schedules
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Peace Lutheran School
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Jackson Park Naval Child Development Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies
- Enforced rules and regulations of Jackson Park CDC Program
- Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills
- Assisted supervisor by completing administrative and clerical tasks for program
Education
M.Ed. - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Concordia University, St. Paul
Saint Paul, MN05.2017
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Behavior modeling
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Lesson Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Training and mentoring
- Parent Relations
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Liberty Bay Preschool
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Peace Lutheran School
10.2022 - 02.2023
Program Director
Peace Lutheran Childcare
10.2021 - 10.2022
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Peace Lutheran School
01.2021 - 06.2021
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Jackson Park Naval Child Development Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Concordia University, St. Paul
M.Ed. - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
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