Sara Baker
Kidz Korner Childcare and Learning Center
Albany,NY
1
Language
4
years of professional experience
Motivated young professional with a background in child supervision, small-group instruction, and student support. Skilled in maintaining safe classrooms, guiding positive behavior, and encouraging social, language, and emotional growth. Brings strong teamwork and attention to detail to every setting.
Work History
Assistant Teacher
2 Years 2 Months- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor play, maintaining a safe and structured environment.
- Guided small-group activities to encourage language growth, social skills, and cooperative play.
- Maintained clean classroom spaces, organized learning materials, and sanitized shared surfaces.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in a timely manner.
- Developed and executed lesson plans tailored to meet diverse student needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Counter Staff Member
1 Year 3 Months- Coordinated counter workflow to keep service line moving smoothly during peak periods.
- Prepared menu items according to recipe and portion standards to maintain product consistency.
- Resolved customer questions and service issues promptly to support positive guest experience.
- Maintained clean, organized counter area in compliance with food safety and sanitation practices.
- Replenished supplies, packaging, and display items to prevent service interruptions.
- Managed daily opening and closing tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth store operations.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, fostering a positive work environment.
Education
High School Diploma
- National Honor Society Member
- Awarded Guilderland Track and Field Coaches Award 2023
- Extracurricular Activities: Track and Field
- Elected Captain of Guilderland Varsity Track and Field
- Extracurricular Activities: Travel Softball
- High Honor Roll 2019 - 2023
- Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer work at Christ the King Church
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
- KDP (National Professional Association and Honor Society for Educators) Member
- Sigma Tau Delta (English Honors Society) Member
- Dean's List Spring 2024
- Dean's List Spring 2025
- Dean's List Fall 2025
- Dean's List Spring 2026
- Presidential Scholarship Recipient
- First Lt. James E. Roach Scholarship Recipient
- James and Diana Venter Scholarship Recipient
- St. Francis Scholarship Recipient
- 3.63 GPA
Skills
Lesson planning
Behavior modification
Classroom organization
Child development
Learning safety
Multitasking
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Kidz Korner Childcare and Learning Center
05.2024 - 07.2026Read More
Counter Staff Member
Bellini's Counter
05.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Siena University
Bachelor of Arts from English Education
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Guilderland High School
High School Diploma
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