Rachael Kamma
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Spirited Professional committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Director
Ark Early Childhood Learning Center
12.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
- Conducted staff evaluations and provided constructive feedback, fostering professional growth and development.
- Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
Vinyasa Yoga Instructor
The Foundry
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student flexibility by incorporating various Vinyasa Yoga sequences into class routines.
- Continuously updated personal expertise through ongoing education, attending conferences and training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Consistently received positive feedback from students and management regarding teaching style, class content, and overall effectiveness as an instructor.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Nimble Noggins Preschool
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Increased Quality First star rating from 4 stars to 5 stars
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Director, Lead Teacher
Flagstaff Co-op Preschool
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Worked directly with quality first coach to be able to bring up overall program rating.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Conducted research on emerging perspectives in childhood education to improve upon school policies and curriculum.
CNA, Transportation Coordinator, Driver
Mantey Heights Rehabilitation and Care Center
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Scheduled resident's doctor appointments and ensured proper transportation and guardianship of resident while out.
- Communicated with doctors about residents needs and informed care team
- Researched affordable transportation methods and performed safety audits on equipment.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Lifeguard
Grand Junction Parks And Rec
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Administers first aid in event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Increased customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Scrutinized pool deck area to prevent possible injuries or fatalities, minimizing emergent situations.
Mental Health Technition
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Crisis Prevention Institute Training Completion and Certificate.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Head Elf
North Pole Experience
11.2012 - 01.2017
- Worked one on one with guests to ensure their fulfillment and safety
- Keep tours running on time thru group management and problem-solving skills
- Focus on activities with children to ensure family’s positive experience
- Stay in “Elf-like” character which utilized imagination, diversion tactics and quick thinking
- Accomplishments:
- Training and recruiting new employees
- Created cohesive team attitude amongst employees
- Created scripting and was featured in safety film shown on all trolleys for production
- Main ambassador that represents North Pole in TV commercials and special events
- 2012 Won Best Employee Award
Self Employed
Once Upon A Party
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Created the enterprise “Once Upon a Party” Description: Princess themed parties that teach little girls about true inner beauty, etiquette and loving one another.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nusring
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, COSome College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Coconino Community College
FlagstaffNo Degree - 200 Hr Certificate
The Foundry
08.2023
Skills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- First Aid and BLS certified
- Problem Resolution
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- Program oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Cultural awareness
- Mother of One Child
- Child development
- Student Engagement
- Yoga for Kids
- Retreat Organization
Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor
Timeline
Preschool Director
Ark Early Childhood Learning Center
12.2023 - Current
Vinyasa Yoga Instructor
The Foundry
09.2023 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Nimble Noggins Preschool
08.2022 - 05.2023
Director, Lead Teacher
Flagstaff Co-op Preschool
12.2021 - 08.2022
CNA, Transportation Coordinator, Driver
Mantey Heights Rehabilitation and Care Center
10.2019 - 04.2020
Lifeguard
Grand Junction Parks And Rec
04.2019 - 08.2019
Mental Health Technition
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
05.2016 - 08.2018
Head Elf
North Pole Experience
11.2012 - 01.2017
Self Employed
Once Upon A Party
01.2008 - 01.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Nusring
Colorado Mesa University
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Coconino Community College
No Degree - 200 Hr Certificate
The Foundry
- Certified Yoga Instructor
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