Marybeth Critchfield

• Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.
• Picked up and dropped off animals to coordinate comprehensive, door-to-door service for regular customers.
• Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
• Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
• Monitored animals during group play sessions, checking for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior and to prevent biting among dogs.
• Provided seamless communication to inform pet owners of visits and pet status.
• Applied ointments and other medication to treat eyes, skin and other body parts.
• Delivered optimal support for newborn animals by providing safe, warm and clean locations and monitoring conditions.
• Monitored medication administration as directed by pet owners and vet.
• Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
• Changed bedding weekly to promote optimal health and comfort for each animal.
• Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
• Provided adequate attention and consistent oversight to vacationing pets to promote high level of care.
• Performed scheduled walks and activities with outdoor pets.
• Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
• Cared for farm animals such as chickens, cows and horses, consistently meetings individual needs and maintaining clean animal spaces.
• Walked animals outside for potty breaks 20 times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
• Fed animals twice daily and refilled water dish for fresh water supply.
• Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
• Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
• Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
• Trained animals in routine and special commands, how to get along with other animals and housebreaking.
• Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
• Offered animals ample exercise opportunities through walks and play activities.

• Checked homework and assisted with schoolwork and studying to bolster academic aptitude.
• Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions.
• Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
• Cared for up to 12 children ranging in age from 3 to 12.
• Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television or other detrimental influences.
• Organized and planned age-appropriate lessons involving reading, crafts, music and movement.
• Accompanied family vacations to provide nonstop childcare services.
• Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
• Delivered direct, supervised care to groups of children between ages 1 and 13.
• Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance.
• Recorded information about behavior, food service and medication dispensing.
• Discussed household rules, children's progress and routines with parents to foster stable and structured environment.
• Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care.
• Devised activities helping promote physical and mental development.
• Cared for children aged 8 months to 15, including tasks such as feeding, dressing and directing activities.
• Cut snack foods into bite-sized pieces before serving to young children and monitored closely during snack time to prevent choking.
• Led children in tidying up, handwashing and cleaning kitchen to teach responsibility.
• Coordinated after-school activities and transportation for 12 children for practices and events.
• Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
• Calculated amount owed for services and collected payment from parents.
• Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
• Accompanied children on outings to approved locations as well as after-school activities.
• Helped with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
• Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
• Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment.
• Assisted children with bathing and potty training to instill good hygiene from young age.
• Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
• Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child’s health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
• Read variety of books to children to promote language development skills.
• Helped older kids complete homework, school projects and chores.
• Improved group and individual behavior by employing positive management strategies.
• Fostered learning relationships with children by creating educational and productive games and projects.
• Developed and implemented lesson plans based on ages and abilities of class children.
• Prepared healthy and nutritious snacks and meals according to individual needs.
• Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods.
• Discussed new developments, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
• Maintained daily records of children's behavior, sleeping schedules, meals and activities.
• Assisted younger children with learning how to accomplish small, age-appropriate jobs.
• Planned excursions to enhance physical abilities and expose children to stimulating, educational activities.
• Cleaned and tidied living room and kitchen after activities to maintain safe, accessible area.
• Built relationships with and encouraged social development within children by discussing school, friends and favorite activities.
• Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
• Provided safe and efficient transportation to and from activities and events.

• Collaborated with creative design team to complete projects on tight deadlines.
• Interfaced with clients and customers to determine special art project needs, prepared design proposals, and defined project scope.
• Utilized personal protective equipment and proper ventilation systems to promote safe artwork creation.
• Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
• Implemented master drawing and painting techniques while revealing history and information on each artist.
• Successfully resolved range of complex artistic development issues.
• Conceptualized and illustrated game assets, characters, environments, props and icons.
• Designed and fabricated custom mosaic pieces, and created engaging and unique paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces utilizing oil paints, acrylics, and charcoal.
• Successfully produced and sold 300 hand painted and embroidered hats in the past six years.
• Produced intricate pieces of art by using ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, paints, pencils and computer software programs.
• Addressed client concerns and worked together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Maintained accurate specs, adhering to print and art specification standards.
• Coordinated artistic projects, exhibit scheduling and artist interface duties.
• Illustrated and designed educational publications and teacher curricula.
• Sold art, including mosaics and drawings, at local markets; established pricing based on raw material and labor costs and customer demand.
• Fostered productive, professional working relationships with fellow craftspeople, vendors and media representatives.
• Adapted to established art style of studio for consistency and quality purposes.
• Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.

For the past fifteen years, I have taught skiing between the ages of two years of age to adults. I can accommodate to all learning styles as well as special needs or learning disabilities. For 10 of those fifteen years, I have been the most requested ski Instructor not only in Hidden Valley but through the Laurel Highlands area. I offer not just a lesson but a guided experience. I believe in creating a confidence in individuals of all ages to not only share a sport but a life long of learning. I have lead individual lessons as well as group lessons of various ages and learning styles.

• Handled student situations using logic and mediation skills.
• Informed patrons of unsafe or hazardous conditions, including unsafe ski terain and provided options for alternative activities.
• Prepared teaching area for each class and returned all equipment to storage after classes.
• Watched clients during exercises and assisted with exercises.
• Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations.
• Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
• Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
• Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
• Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
• Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
• Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
• Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

• Photographed special events, including weddings, parties and school portraits.
• Assisted imaging team members with product styling, prep and post production.
• Monitored studio for adequate quantities of supplies.
• Selected and set up motion picture or television cameras and accessories.
• Explained price and package details to customers.
• Collaborated successfully with variety of personalities and work styles.
• Used out-of-the-box thinking to obtain perfect shot.
• Set up precise photographic measurements and control equipment.
• Collaborated with clients to guarantee satisfaction with photos.
• Improvised photographic methods and techniques.
• Adjusted apertures, shutter speeds and camera focus according to combinations of factors, including lighting, depth of field, subject motion and exposure speed.

• Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
• Oversaw 20 plus students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
• Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
• Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
• Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
• Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
• Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
• Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
• Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
• Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Monitored students during quizzes and tests.
• Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
• Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
• Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
• Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
• Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
• Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
• Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
• Experienced in differentiated instruction pertaining to Outdoor Education and Arts.

• Implemented strategies to incorporate movement and exercise for children's' well-being.
• Offered children rich and diverse learning opportunities through traditional and digital-based education as well as field trips, group gatherings and special events.
• Delivered effective education based on sound principles and clear objectives.
• Managed simultaneous needs of 2 to 3 children with organized schedules.
• Maintained order and discipline with creative strategies focused on keeping young children occupied and entertained during important lessons.
• Taught preschool, prekindergarten and first grade to diverse class of 4 students.
• Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
• Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and identify weak points.
• Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
• Remained calm and patient in all student interactions to support individual growth and development.
• Employed wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.
• Participated in educational workshops to learn new techniques to bolster student participation in class.
• Planned and implemented lessons using variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
• Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
• Observed children and recorded activities, maintained daily records and created safe environments during activities, meals and naps.
• Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
• Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 2 to 4 students.
• Assessed students' understanding of subject matter through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
• Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
• Combined discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
• Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Engaged students through Montessori and hands on material, increasing classroom interaction in preschool through first grade course work.
• Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
• Closely monitored and recorded student progress to create detailed learning plans for struggling students.
• Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
• Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
• Researched new teaching tools and resources to use in classroom.
• Observed fellow educators in classroom to learn new teaching techniques.
• Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
• Led students through safety procedures, including active shooter and fire drills.
• Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
• Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
• Tested students with quizzes, essays and exams to gauge learning effectiveness.
• Maintained quiet, safe classroom to enable students to learn in conducive environment.
• Mentored students needing extra assistance in understanding lessons or concepts.
• Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
• Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
• Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

Assisted in prepping and preparing weekly meals for roughly 100 children a week at an overnight children/family camp

• Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters.
• Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
• Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
• Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
• Employed variety of materials for children to explore and manipulate in learning activities and imaginative play.
• Planned and led games, reading and activities for groups of 20 children.
• Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
• Created infant area, toddler area and preschool area of play within daycare area.
• Led reading classes for preschool-aged children to build foundational knowledge.
• Escorted children on outings and trips to local parks and zoos.
• Built stable, consistent and positive environment for 3 months to 12 -year-old children.
• Implemented positive discipline by following policy of warning, timeout and talking with child.
• Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
• Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
• Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
• Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
• Encouraged early literacy through read-aloud time and alphabet games.
• Introduced groups of 20 toddlers to multisensory activities such as music, dance and stories to encourage exploration and spark curiosity.
• Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
• Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
• Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
• Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.