Proactive and caring worker with over 20 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Neffs UCC Preschool
09.2023 - Current
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a holistic approach to education.
Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
3 Year Old Teacher
Neffs UCC Preschool
09.2021 - Current
Mentored new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning and classroom management techniques.
Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional methods as needed to ensure optimal understanding of material.
Nurtured social-emotional development by guiding students through conflict resolution strategies and encouraging empathy.
Enhanced fine motor skill development through various arts-based projects, fostering creativity while building foundational skills.
4 Year Old Teacher
Neffs UCC Preschool
09.2019 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Neffs UCC Preschool
10.2018 - Current
Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Esthetician
Bella Hair
10.2017 - 10.2017
Sterilize equipment and clean work areas
Keep records of client needs and preferences and the services provided
Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens
Examine clients' skin, using magnifying lamps or visors when necessary, to evaluate skin condition and appearance
Select and apply cosmetic products such as creams, lotions, and tonics
Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions
Treat the facial skin to maintain and improve its appearance, using specialized techniques and products, such as peels and masks
Perform simple extractions to remove blackheads
Remove body and facial hair by applying wax
Advise clients about colors and types of makeup and instruct them in makeup application techniques
Recommend home care products to clients
Advise clients on adding salon quality products to their current skin care routine
Schedule client appointments
Operate cash registers to receive payments from patrons
Shape eyebrows and remove facial hair, using depilatory cream, tweezers, electrolysis or wax
Give facials to patrons, using special compounds such as lotions and creams.
Child Care Center Teacher
Teddy Bear Day Care
05.2017 - 05.2017
Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
Read books to entire classes or to small groups
Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
Attend to children's basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them
Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
Child Care Center Teacher
A Childrens Place Learning Center
04.2005 - 03.2015
Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
Read books to entire classes or to small groups
Attend to children's basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them
Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress
Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs
Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
Education
Metro Beauty Academy
Allentown, PA
Early Childhood Education -
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA
Skills
Child Supervision
Curriculum Planning
Parent-Teacher Communication
Conflict Resolution
Individualized Instruction
Adaptability and Flexibility
Additional Information
I can cultivate relationships with both customers and fellow empolyees; assess, motivate, and encourage others; build teams, resolve conflicts, and help to create the desired culture. I appreciate the value of joining forces and working in partnership with others to accomplish a company's goals as well as my personal career objectives. Along with that I am experienced in mentoring coworkers and enjoy helping others to reach their goals! I believe successful communication is essential to any work environment and strive to cultivate my skills in written, aural, and verbal communication.