Serena Griffin
Chehalis,WA
Summary
Energetically led St. Joseph School's After School Care, enhancing program quality and safety compliance. Excelled in conflict resolution and parent communication, fostering a positive environment. Demonstrated expertise in child development and program management, significantly improving student engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Care Director
St. Joseph School
Chehalis, WA
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for school care program.
- Monitored student attendance records on a daily basis.
- Created reports on student behavior for administrators when necessary.
- Implemented disciplinary actions when needed according to established guidelines.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situations that may arise during operating hours.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
St. Joseph School District
Chehalis, WA
04.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction in all core subject areas to students in K-Eighth Grade.
- Maintained a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
- Assisted with classroom management and behavior modification strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to meet the needs of individual learners.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Adapted curriculum materials to meet the varied needs of students in the classroom.
- Engaged parents in their child's education by attending school events, communicating through emails, phone calls.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Napavine Junior Senior High School
Napavine, WA07-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Program Management
- Child development expertise
- Parent Communication
- Administrative Functions
- Fostering positive environment
- Safety regulations compliance
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Time Management
- CPR Certified
- Child Advocacy
- Child assessment
- Crisis Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Enrollment procedures
- Conflict Resolution
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Skills
- Teach classes
- Early Childhood Education
- Continuous Improvement
- Special Education
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
- I am currently a Full Time student with Western Governors University. I have accelerated my teaching program and have a target graduate date of January 2026.
WEST B
- Math Sub Test - Passed July 2012
- Writing Sub Test - Passed July 2012
- Reading Sub Test - Passed July 2012
Paraprofessional Test
- Passed September 2024
Timeline
After School Care Director
St. Joseph School
04.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
St. Joseph School District
04.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Napavine Junior Senior High School
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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