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Natalie Schuster

New Rockford

Summary

Dynamic Childcare Teacher with a strong background at Darline’s Kiddy Corner, adept in curriculum development and classroom management. Successfully fostered positive relationships with students and families, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Committed to maintaining high sanitation standards while promoting a nurturing environment, demonstrating effective communication and adaptability in diverse settings. Very willing to expand in new job settings.

Work History

Childcare Teacher

Darline’s Kiddy Corner
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
  • Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering a deeper understanding of subject matter.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Dietary Aide

Lutheran Home Good Shepard
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
  • Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
  • Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance goals, address challenges, and share best practices for continued growth and improvement.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in nutrition support services and foodservice operations.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in dietary guidelines, ensuring compliance with latest health standards.
  • Enhanced patient meal satisfaction by providing personalized meal options within dietary constraints.
  • Engaged with patients to receive direct feedback on meals, using insights to improve meal plans.
  • Monitored food temperatures during storage and serving, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Trained new staff on dietary guidelines and kitchen procedures, elevating team competency levels.
  • Maintained strict hygiene standards in kitchen, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks.
  • Enhanced team morale by fostering collaborative work environment, leading to improved productivity.
  • Ensured timely meal delivery to patients, enhancing their dining experience and satisfaction.
  • Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
  • Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
  • Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.

Education

Nursing

Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Nutrition guidelines
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Record keeping
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability to change
  • Strong work ethic
  • Progress reporting
  • Problem-solving
  • Approachable
  • Strong computer skills

Timeline

Childcare Teacher

Darline’s Kiddy Corner

Dietary Aide

Lutheran Home Good Shepard

Nursing

Bismarck State College
Natalie Schuster