Kelsey Stackhouse
Island Lake
Summary
Friendly and energetic educator with 11 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Dearhaven Child Care and Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Worked closely with site director, family care workers, classroom teaching team and other specialists.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Epic Christian Academy
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Organized student items by labeling and documenting collection.
- Evaluated student's progress and documented in reports.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Make and carry out lesson plans
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College - Topeka
Topeka, KSHigh School Diploma -
Grayslake Central High School
2012
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Ready to take responsibility
- heard working and dependable
- Time management
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2022 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
11.2020 - 06.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
Dearhaven Child Care and Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2018
Lead Preschool Teacher
Epic Christian Academy
03.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Grayslake Central High School
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College - Topeka
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