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Patrisha Pursehouse

South Bend,IN

Summary

Passionate about education and will always be a lifelong learner myself. Especially enjoy working with elementary/middle school aged children. Firm believer that being a positive role model in a childs educational journey can truly make a difference in the lives of children. Worked with children with special needs in the past and received training in how to help children with medical needs. Focused on finding methods that can help each individual child develop and learn at their own pace. Understand the importance of identifying the learning needs of each child and well aware that different techniques may work with different children.

Each child is unique and believe that is something that should be noticed and cherished. Enjoy finding fun and interesting ways to teach children and keep them engaged. Eager to be creative and help wherever needed. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning and teacher wellbeing with timely support. Efficient in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Director

Early Learners Academy
2009.05 - 2020.03
  • Owner and Director of a licensed childcare/preschool facility for 11 years.
  • We served children ages 2-5 in an all day preschool environment that was fully licensed by the State of Indiana.
  • Implemented a before and after school educational program for children aged 6-12 and provided summer care as well.
  • Developed new curriculum for children and training manuals for staff.
  • Fully trained in the Highscope method and familiar with Montessori.
  • Recruited and trained all staff.
  • Developed and presented workshops for parents and staff to help increase awareness in childhood topics.
  • Responsible for all budgeting, ordering and menu planning.
  • Trained in FMLA, OSHA laws and HIPAA guidelines.
  • Extensive business and financial experience.
  • Sold business in February 2019.

Teacher

Education

Associate of Arts - Education

Bethel College
Mishawaka, IN

Skills

  • Comfortable leading/assisting with group Instruction and one-on-one.
  • Skilled in completing student assessments
  • Able to multitask and delegate well.
  • Team player
  • Trained in Conflict Resolution steps to help children deal with conflicts in a calm manner. Trained staff and parents in these techniques
  • Comfortable with public speaking
  • Experience serving diverse communities
  • Trained in working with special needs students
  • Knowledge in current computer processing systems including Excel and Word.
  • Fast learner and able to juggle multiple projects
  • Creative thinker and enjoys sharing and teaching others

Interests

I am very creative and love to explore everything artistic. I enjoy painting, drawing, sculpting, wood working, and building. I have a vendor space at a local boutique in town that sells some of my creations. I refurbish furniture and enjoy making things beautiful and useful again. I enjoy yoga, nutrition topics and holistic wellness.

In my free time, I love to garden, plant and grow food and love spending time in nature.

Timeline

Owner/Director

Early Learners Academy
2009.05 - 2020.03

Teacher

Associate of Arts - Education

Bethel College
Patrisha Pursehouse