Marie Kathryn McCord
Syracuse
Summary
Compassionate professional with a strong background in student engagement and emotional support. Focused on nurturing positive relationships and fostering a safe learning environment to encourage personal and academic growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Multiple Families Employed Me
Huntsville, AL
10.2019 - Current
- Provided attentive care for children of varying ages, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted learning and creativity in children.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily activities and needs.
- Established routines that fostered stability and comfort for children in multiple environments.
- Monitored behavioral patterns, addressing concerns proactively to support emotional development.
- Assisted with homework and educational tasks, enhancing academic performance and confidence.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
Student Dance Teacher
Soles Dance Center
Huntsville, AL
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging dance lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging creativity and self-expression in students.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop cohesive curriculum across different dance styles.
- Developed creative dance routines for recitals, showcasing students'' talents and abilities.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing classroom rules.
- Provided constructive criticism to students during rehearsals, helping them refine their technique and improve overall performance quality.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Soles Dance Center
Huntsville, AL
08.2020 - 07.2025
- Help organize dance recitals, ensuring smooth transitions between acts and assisting with costume changes as needed.
- Supported every student, adapting lesson plans to ensure inclusivity and equal opportunity for success.
- Helped maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment, fostering positive relationships among students.
- Demonstrated proper technique for various dance styles, enabling students to emulate correct form effectively.
- Enhanced student dance technique by providing individualized feedback and assistance during classes.
- Partnered with lead teacher to establish clear expectations for student conduct, reinforcing a respectful and focused learning environment.
- Adhered to studio guidelines and requirements.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Improved student performance by closely monitoring progress and adjusting teaching methods to accommodate individual needs.
- Assisted lead teacher in choreographing routines for performances, resulting in engaging and memorable shows.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. John Paul II Catholic High School
Huntsville, ALAssociate of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.2029
Skills
- Student engagement
- Self-reflection
- Motivation techniques
- Feedback delivery
- Creative expression
- Teaching methods
- Instructional skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Clear communication
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Flexible schedule
- Dance background
- Physical fitness
- Class management
- Teaching strategies
- Goal setting
- Student mentoring
- Student motivation
- Discipline management
- Mentoring
- Group and individual instruction
- Competitive dance
- Class leadership
- Strength development
- Student and parent relations
- Safety
- Inclusivity awareness
Accomplishments
- Earned numerous referrals to other families due to exceptional reliability, affordable rate, and positive reports.
- Cared for six children consecutively ages 0-11, and babysat for many other families I was referred to.
- Positively influenced kids with behavior issues, improving family quality of life.
- Received consistent positive remarks for quality of care.
Timeline
Student Dance Teacher
Soles Dance Center
08.2024 - 07.2025
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Soles Dance Center
08.2020 - 07.2025
Babysitter
Multiple Families Employed Me
10.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
St. John Paul II Catholic High School
Associate of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Syracuse University