Quin Rich
Summary
Creative Early Childhood Educator dedicated to fostering personal growth and development in diverse age groups. Expertise in crafting engaging lesson plans and implementing effective classroom management techniques to create a supportive learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Mentor/Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club
Portland
01.2026 - Current
- Mentored youth through structured programs at community center, fostering personal development.
- Coached mentees in effectively managing difficult situations and emotions, enhancing their resilience.
- Facilitated group discussions that improved teamwork and communication skills among participants.
- Assisted children with homework and educational projects, fostering a deeper understanding of academic concepts.
Trainer/Camp Admin
Soccer Shots PDX
Portland
01.2025 - Current
- Led skill-building activities to foster a supportive and enjoyable environment for participants.
- Created engaging soccer lesson plans tailored to enhance young children's skills and enjoyment.
- Coached new trainers on effective instructional techniques and program standards to ensure consistent quality.
- Collaborated with parents to review children's progress and establish goals.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Cadence Academy
Portland
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles and supported developmental growth.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instruction as necessary.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address developmental concerns.
Senior Practicum Lead teacher
Rye Country Day School
Rye
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding of curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional strategies and resources, fostering a cohesive teaching environment.
- Organized activities that supported holistic development—physical, mental, and social—for each child.
- Shadowed teacher to learn effective teaching methods at NAEYC-accredited school.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child, Youth, and Family Studies
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon01-2027
Associate’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH01-2023
Skills
- Youth development
- Child assessment
- Lesson planning and design
- Learning strategies
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child relationship building
- Creativity and innovation
- Creative environments
- Conflict resolution techniques
Internship And Volunteer Experience
- Senior Practicum Lead teacher under a mentor, Rye Country Day School, Rye, NH, 01/01/23, Visited Pre-k classroom 4 days a week, acting as the lead teacher., Prepped, planned, and facilitated a week’s worth of lessons and activities., Worked under a mentor teacher of an NAEYC-accredited school.
- Youth Mentor/Volunteer, Boys and Girls Club, Portland, Oregon, 01/01/26–present, Mentored youth of various ages in everyday situations., Planned, prepped, and facilitated a workshop about teamwork.
Date Of Application
05/05/26
Timeline
Youth Mentor/Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club
01.2026 - Current
Trainer/Camp Admin
Soccer Shots PDX
01.2025 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Cadence Academy
04.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Practicum Lead teacher
Rye Country Day School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Child, Youth, and Family Studies
Portland State University
Associate’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Great Bay Community College