Mary Beth Holstein
Logan,WV
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student and adult development and learning styles. I demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and am able to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I have experience developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. I also have experience evaluating staff performance. I have experience in developing and implementing professional development opportunities and family workshops. I have been responsible for creating program budgets and interagency agreements. I bring a wealth of experience to the position for which I am applying.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Universal Pre-K Educator
Logan County Board Of Education
08.2000 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Instructor, Apprenticeship for Child Development
River Valley Child Development Services
08.2003 - 08.2005
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
- Adapted lectures and activities for adults learning on-the-job.
Instructor, School Readiness
Southern West Virginia Community And Technical College
09.2002 - 12.2002
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Program Coordinator, WV Birth to Three
Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc.
07.1995 - 08.2000
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants.
- Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
- Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives and presentations.
- Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
- Assisted with grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding and sustain program long-term.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
- Created and enforced programming standards to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Developmental Specialist/Service Coordinator
Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc.
01.1992 - 06.1995
- Guided families of developmentally disabled children through activities to promote developmental skills.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented child progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans (Individualized Family Service Plans).
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans (IFSP's) accordingly.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans (IFSP's).
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans (IFSP's) for families.
- Facilitated parent support groups to help clients connect with others.
Education
Master of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
West Virginial University
Morgantown, WV12.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05.1991
High School Diploma -
Logan Senior High School
Logan, WV06.1987
Skills
- Parent Interaction
- Academic Goals
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Continuing Education
- Group and Individual Instruction
- "The Leader in Me" Program
- Reggio Emilia Methodology
- Child Development
- Student Interaction
- Remote Learning
- Special Education
- Elementary Education
- Collaborative Learning
- Active Listening
- Individualized Instruction
- Professional Development
- Public Speaking
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Teaching Strategies
- Team Building
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Positive Learning Environment
Certification
WV Professional Teaching Certificate (Permanent)
- Multi-Subjects K-8
- Preschool Handicapped Pre-K - K
- Autism Pre-K - K
- Leadership
Timeline
Instructor, Apprenticeship for Child Development
River Valley Child Development Services
08.2003 - 08.2005
Instructor, School Readiness
Southern West Virginia Community And Technical College
09.2002 - 12.2002
Universal Pre-K Educator
Logan County Board Of Education
08.2000 - Current
Program Coordinator, WV Birth to Three
Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc.
07.1995 - 08.2000
Developmental Specialist/Service Coordinator
Logan-Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc.
01.1992 - 06.1995
Master of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
West Virginial University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
High School Diploma -
Logan Senior High School
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