Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Sarah Kerns

Redford,MI

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Clerk

Farmington Public School District
09.2016 - Current
  • Increased office efficiency by maintaining accurate filing systems and streamlining administrative processes.
  • Created classes into the tuition system.
  • Registered and placed families into tuition program along with collecting tuition.
  • Managed incoming calls and correspondence professionally, ensuring timely responses to families and colleagues alike.
  • Ordered supplies and kept the school stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
  • Supported office operations by troubleshooting technical issues with computers, printers, and other equipment as needed.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls.
  • Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Created and maintained detailed records of staff and students.

Special Events Coordinator/Instructor/Building Attendant

City Of Farmington Hills
05.2000 - Current
  • Set up and tear down of events.
  • Ensuring that the event runs smooth by managing staff during the event.
  • Gather the supplies needed for the event and take them to the location for set up.
  • Check-in of patrons to the event
  • Cooking and distributing food and beverages at the event
  • Certified American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Instructor
  • Certified American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor

Farmer's Market Vendor

Fusilier Family Farms
08.2008 - Current
  • Sell in season produce to customers at the farm market.
  • Daily running of store including caring for greenhouse & store.
  • Sorting Produce and running cash register.
  • Customer service at the farm store and multiple farm markets.
  • Driving farm truck to and from markets.
  • Managing the money and stocking the tables at the farm markets.

Nanny

John And Rachel Santoro
10.2006 - 08.2018
  • Enhanced children's emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
  • Ensured children's safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
  • Planned activities for the children.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Edustaff/PESG
04.2013 - 06.2016
  • Assisted lead teachers in creating engaging lesson plans, resulting in increased student comprehension and participation.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
  • Established rapport with students through consistent support and guidance, fostering positive relationships that promoted academic growth.
  • Assisted in the development of classroom routines and procedures, reinforcing consistency and predictability for students.

Assistant Caregiver

Loving Care Daycare
10.2005 - 10.2006
  • Enhanced children's emotional well-being by creating a nurturing and supportive environment.
  • Promoted early literacy development by reading engaging stories and implementing age-appropriate activities.
  • Ensured physical safety of children by closely supervising during indoor and outdoor playtime.
  • Improved communication skills among children through interactive group games and role-playing exercises.
  • Supported the learning of social skills by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding children in resolving conflicts.
  • Assisted lead teacher in developing lesson plans, contributing innovative ideas for educational activities.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating learning experiences for diverse groups of children.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently while remaining flexible to accommodate the unique needs of each child care setting or family situation.
  • Built strong relationships with families, fostering trust through consistent communication about their child''s progress in our program.
  • Assisted in preparing healthy meals for children, promoting good nutrition habits from an early age.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The Learning Tree Day Care Center
08.2003 - 10.2005
  • Enhanced toddler development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities and playtime experiences.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss each child's progress and address concerns or suggestions.
  • Maintained daily cleaning of the classroom.

Personal Nanny

Kevin And Karen Bouzas
07.2002 - 08.2003
  • Improved children''s emotional well-being by providing nurturing care and a stable environment.
  • Supported families by adapting to their unique needs and schedules, ensuring smooth daily transitions.
  • Promoted healthy habits through meal preparation and the encouragement of regular exercise for children.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The LearningTree Child Care Center
11.2000 - 06.2002
  • Enhanced toddler development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities and playtime experiences.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss each child''s progress and address concerns or suggestions.
  • Achieved high levels of parental satisfaction through open communication and timely updates on their child's growth and development.
  • Improved fine motor skills among toddlers by designing engaging arts and crafts projects.
  • Promoted social-emotional learning by facilitating group activities that encouraged teamwork and cooperation.
  • Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Maintained detailed records of each child's developmental milestones, using this information to plan future lessons and provide personalized support.
  • Provided daily care routines such as diaper changes, mealtime assistance, and nap supervision, ensuring the well-being of each child in the Toddler Room.
  • Implemented early literacy strategies through engaging storytimes and interactive reading sessions.
  • Led enriching outdoor activities that promoted physical fitness, coordination, and exploration of the natural world.

Underage Decoy

Michigan Liquor Control Commission
11.2000 - 04.2002
  • Attempt to buy alcoholic beverages as a minor from businesses with a liquor license under the supervision of an investigator.

Chiropractic Assistant

Correct Care Chiropractic
04.1999 - 11.2000
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly assistance at the front desk.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient experience and reduced wait times.
  • Assisted chiropractors with patient care, ensuring accurate documentation and treatment plans.
  • Improved office organization by maintaining clean and well-stocked treatment rooms for daily use.

Grocery Team Member

Value Center Market
02.1998 - 04.1999
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining a clean store environment.
  • Assisted in inventory management for optimal product availability and reduced waste.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks, ensuring smooth operation of the grocery store.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, answering questions and helping customers locate items.

Newspaper Carrier

The Observer And Eccentric
04.1993 - 04.1997
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering newspapers in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Reduced complaints by ensuring proper handling and storage of newspapers during transportation.
  • Maintained punctual delivery times for consistent customer service experience.
  • Improved route efficiency with careful planning and route optimization techniques.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Oakland Community College
Farmington Hills, MI

High School Diploma -

Redford Union High School
Redford, MI
06.2000

Accomplishments

  • Carrier of the Month: October 1995
  • Redford Carrier of the Year: 1997
  • City of Farmington Hills Reliability Award

Certification

  • Servsafe- Expires 8/2/28
  • TIPS Training
  • American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
  • American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Instructor


Timeline

Office Clerk

Farmington Public School District
09.2016 - Current

Substitute Paraprofessional

Edustaff/PESG
04.2013 - 06.2016

Farmer's Market Vendor

Fusilier Family Farms
08.2008 - Current

Nanny

John And Rachel Santoro
10.2006 - 08.2018

Assistant Caregiver

Loving Care Daycare
10.2005 - 10.2006

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The Learning Tree Day Care Center
08.2003 - 10.2005

Personal Nanny

Kevin And Karen Bouzas
07.2002 - 08.2003

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The LearningTree Child Care Center
11.2000 - 06.2002

Underage Decoy

Michigan Liquor Control Commission
11.2000 - 04.2002

Special Events Coordinator/Instructor/Building Attendant

City Of Farmington Hills
05.2000 - Current

Chiropractic Assistant

Correct Care Chiropractic
04.1999 - 11.2000

Grocery Team Member

Value Center Market
02.1998 - 04.1999

Newspaper Carrier

The Observer And Eccentric
04.1993 - 04.1997

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Oakland Community College

High School Diploma -

Redford Union High School

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