Community minded individual that believes, "It takes a village"
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Clerk
Clinton Community Library
Rhinebeck, NY
01.2018 - 04.2021
Created weekly crafts and projects for children's programming including take-aways for children to perform at home
Participated in community outreach program for the elderly
Created book displays to promote new arrivals or special collections
Answered patrons' questions and assisted in finding materials requested
Performed filing and administrative duties as required
Before and After-School Care Assistant
Northern Dutchess Daycare
Rhinebeck, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
Created a safe and nurturing environment for 35 students ages 5 to 11 in the after-school program
Assisted in preparing snacks for the children according to nutritional guidelines.
Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
Responded promptly to emails or phone calls from parents concerning their child's well-being.
Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Treasure Cove Enrichment program
Huntington, NY
06.2015 - 08.2017
Implemented the enrichment program for 29 students ages 5-6 including art, cooking, music, reading, writing and language
Participated in the after school program for 25 students ages 5-12 assisting completion of homework, encouraging group interaction through games and music
Created an inclusive environment where all students felt comfortable participating in activities by encouraging team building
Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators
Pre School Teacher
Cold Spring Harbor Labs
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
01.2013 - 06.2016
Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction for pre-school children
Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning thorugh indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children
Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students
Understood and followed oral and written directions
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills - CDA Certification.
Owner Tearoom and Party Planner
Self-employeed
Huntington, NY
05.2007 - 06.2012
Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.