Blake Harding
Eliot,USA
Summary
An enthusiastic professional with over ten years of childcare experience. Looking to obtain a teaching position within the community that will utilize my dedication to children’s educational and developmental needs.
Education professional skilled in supporting teaching staff and optimizing classroom operations. Known for improving educational processes and facilitating effective learning environments. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability, ensuring seamless integration with team objectives and evolving educational needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Technician
Eliot Elementary School
Eliot, Maine
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted preparation of instructional materials, management of activities, mainstream classroom education plans, clerical tasks, classroom inventory, check students’ notebooks, papers and student work, parent/teacher communications, maintain orderly classroom behaviour, confidential student records, special activities for students. Assisted in testing students quarterly for benchmark screenings. Helped substitute for different positions throughout the school year including K-3, art, music and library classes.
NHSPCA
Stratham, NH
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Taught and educated campers from ages 6 to 14 for a summer program. Solely responsible for 10 campers weekly and organized engaging, age-appropriate lessons, games, crafts, and garden and animal chores with the help of the rest of the teaching team. Collaborated weekly with associates and management to ensure standards are met, modeled safe and responsible small animal handling for campers and ensured the safe keeping of all campers. Communicated with camper parents regarding camp questions and camper information, perform daily camp staff chores to clean, organize, purchased supplies, and prepare for each day, Supervised an NHSPCA Junior Volunteer Counselor each week to help assist in the classroom.
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Aided in teaching and assisting two children through first and second grade curriculum. Monitored students’ progress and assisted in accomplishing learning objectives. Interacted independently and assisted with logging in for assignments using multiple online platforms. Managed student behaviour and communicated with the school and family for any concerns.
In Home Childcare Provider
Eliot Maine
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games, puzzles and weekly field trips. Communicated openly with parents about daily activities and behavioural health. Taught children in a developmentally appropriate manner. Maintained a sanitary and safe environment emphasising organization and cleanliness. Created an environment that ensured maximum cognitive and emotional growth. Stayed up to date on State licensing requirements and local laws for in home childcare.
Assistant Sales Coordinator/Lead Bartender
Residence Inn Downtown Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH
09.2010 - 08.2016
- Responsibilities included but not limited to training of new associates, set up rooms and bars for functions according to diagrams, inventories based on consumption, abide by local and state liquor laws, compliant with brand standard policies, direct client interaction, maintain strict quality controls, ensure proper cost controls to achieve budgeted costs and execute the highest customer service. Assisted sales with prospects and lead generation for social and corporate clients.
Merchandising Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren
Kittery, ME
01.2011 - 05.2013
- Executed corporate level assignments, scheduled associates according to volumes of business, contributed to the sales team and utilized training received by Ralph Lauren brand standards, implemented weekly marketing campaigns to boost sales, issued reports based on sales and configuration of floor sets.
Sales Assistant-Lead Bartender for events
Wolfeboro Inn
Wolfeboro, NH
07.2009 - 08.2011
- Provide service to guests in a high-volume environment, create a comfortable atmosphere for our guests, and increase sales by up selling guests, creative and instinctive personality to adhere to guest and hotel needs. Assisted sales team with promotional events, sales calls, site tours and preparation of events up to 250
Administrative / Vet Assistant
Kittery Animal Hospital
Kittery, ME
11.2007 - 07.2009
- Oversaw all aspects of animal office coordination, interacted with clients and vendors, filled prescriptions, provided animal care, collected and maintained inventory of office equipment and supplies, maintained financial records and provided excellent customer service, also attended monthly seminars by drug reps for extended education and aided in adoptions for homeless animals
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Associate of Science - undefined
Hesser College
Portsmouth, NH01-2007
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University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH01-2005
Skills
- Fostering student involvement
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- Licensed cosmetologist
- CPR Certified
- Behavioural Health Certification 2021
- Certified Ed Tech
- On Going Education/PD classes
Additional Information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Software
- Volunteer for local Seacoast Area Mothers of Multiples
Timeline
Educational Technician
Eliot Elementary School
09.2021 - Current
NHSPCA
06.2021 - 09.2021
03.2020 - 05.2021
In Home Childcare Provider
Eliot Maine
09.2017 - 06.2019
Merchandising Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren
01.2011 - 05.2013
Assistant Sales Coordinator/Lead Bartender
Residence Inn Downtown Portsmouth
09.2010 - 08.2016
Sales Assistant-Lead Bartender for events
Wolfeboro Inn
07.2009 - 08.2011
Administrative / Vet Assistant
Kittery Animal Hospital
11.2007 - 07.2009
Associate of Science - undefined
Hesser College
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University of New Hampshire