NOIRIN LYNCH
Seattle,WA
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated teacher well-versed in leading and supporting preschool-aged children. Focused on establish strong connections with students and families while creating an inviting learning environment. Dedicated to helping children develop the skills needed to thrive in the future.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
Self Employed
11.2009 - Current
- Developed strong time-management and organizational skills, coordinating multiple tasks and schedules efficiently, while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities, addressing various challenges related to child care and household management
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies, fostering a supportive and disciplined environment
- Advocated for children's educational, social-emotional, and medical needs, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
Educational Content Writer
Playdough to Plato
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed engaging, hands-on activities tailored for children aged 3-12 to enhance their reading, writing, math, and science skills
- Collaborated with a team of educators and writers to brainstorm and refine content ideas, ensuring a variety of high-quality posts
- Wrote clear, concise, and informative blog posts that catered to both children and adults, simplifying complex concepts for younger readers
- Utilized various software tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and WordPress to streamline workflow, enhance productivity, and ensure accuracy and integrity of all published material.
Early Childhood Educator
Harvard Avenue School
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Created a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom for 3-5 year olds with the goal of preparing them for a successful transition to elementary school by not only focusing on academic readiness but supporting their social emotional health and skills.
- Facilitated positive interactions between peers, utilizing positive behavior management techniques to promote a respectful and cooperative classroom
- Reported observations and incidents and communicated with head of school and parents with specific concerns.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring each child had access to high-quality education
- Conducted effective parent-teacher conferences, utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills to discuss children's progress, address concerns, and collaboratively develop strategies to support each child's development
- Maintained health and safety protocols, including administering medication, maintaining accurate records, monitoring playground safety, and documenting incidents
- Performed administrative duties such as attendance tracking, ordering supplies, and email communication.
Girl Scout Leader
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
09.2015 - Current
- Lead weekly meetings, including creating engaging lesson plans, resourcing and prepping material, and scheduling and coordinating activities.
- Managed logistics for troop events, including transportation, permissions, and safety protocols.
- Organized and led camping trips and outdoor excursions, ensuring all activities adhered to safety and health guidelines.
- Provided timely and clear communication to parents of girls through e-mail, phone calls, newsletters, and meetings.
- Designed and coordinated fundraising campaigns that raised over $40,000 for various charitable organizations and for troop activities.
- Managed troop funds in accordance with policies and procedures.
Volunteer and Enrichment Teacher
Genesee Hill Elementary
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Preparing lesson materials including copying, collating, scanning, as well as stocking office supplies.
- Assisted in the classroom by leading small group lessons, providing extra help to students, and supervising students.
- Planned and executed all school events, including ordering and organizing all supplies, coordinating volunteers, maintaining a budget, tracking expenditures accurately, and maintaining timely communication with staff and families via various channels.
- Developed and taught enrichment classes including a maker space, art classes, and kitchen chemistry.
- Oversaw special activities and monitored students during field trips.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology -
University of California-Davis
Davis, CA06.2000
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Extremely reliable and responsible
- Effective Communication
- Multi-tasking and Organization
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral Modelling
- Problem Solving Skills
- Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, and Graphic Design Software
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Girl Scout Leader
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
09.2015 - Current
Volunteer and Enrichment Teacher
Genesee Hill Elementary
09.2015 - 03.2020
Educational Content Writer
Playdough to Plato
10.2013 - 06.2016
Family Caregiver
Self Employed
11.2009 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Harvard Avenue School
09.2006 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology -
University of California-Davis
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