Samantha Kunze
Lenexa,KS
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong background at Johnson County Montessori Preschool, skilled in fostering social-emotional learning and positive reinforcement. Demonstrated leadership as an Inventory Counter in Monarch Inventory's Leaders of Tomorrow program, enhancing team communication and collaboration. Committed to creating engaging, safe environments that support individual student growth and development through patience and empathy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Afternoon Preschool Teacher
Johnson County Montessori Preschool
Overland Park, KS
12.2022 - Current
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Improved student behavior and focus through consistent reinforcement of classroom rules and expectations.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Inventory Counter
Monarch Inventory
Lenexa, KS
03.2021 - Current
- Counted inventory for several retail stores.
- Managed a team of other counters when taking inventory.
- Communicated with team members and store managers about what had to be done.
- Gained valuable leadership skills through their Leaders of Tomorrow program.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kansas Connections Academy
Elkhart, KS05-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child supervision
- Age-appropriate activities
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive reinforcement
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Afternoon Preschool Teacher
Johnson County Montessori Preschool
12.2022 - Current
Inventory Counter
Monarch Inventory
03.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kansas Connections Academy