Amanda Krull
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in childcare and education. Excelled in fostering inclusive environments and enhancing curriculum development. Proven track record in staff supervision and parental engagement, ensuring safety and compliance. Achieved significant improvements in staff performance and child learning outcomes through innovative strategies and effective crisis management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Director
Extended Day Services
02.2024 - Current
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Mentored team members to foster professional growth and enhance overall staff performance.
- Created an inclusive environment that respected diversity in culture, language, ability level, and learning style.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Enhanced childcare quality by implementing innovative educational programs and activities.
- Managed budget allocation, ensuring optimal resource utilization for facility maintenance and improvement initiatives.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
Student Teacher
Plum Borough School District
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in more orderly and conducive learning environment.
Paraprofessional
Gateway School District
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
Preschool Teacher
Children's Express Learning Center
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing students' imaginations and interest in reading.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education (PK-12)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2025
Associate of Arts - Middle Level Education
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05-2016
High School Diploma -
Penn Hills High School
Penn Hills, PA05-2012
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Parental engagement
- Inclusive practices
- Curriculum planning
- Progress monitoring
- Adaptability and flexibility
- CPR certified
- Crisis management
- Fostering positive environment
- Staff supervision
- Staff evaluation
- Administrative functions
Timeline
Student Teacher
Plum Borough School District
11.2024 - 02.2025
Childcare Director
Extended Day Services
02.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Gateway School District
08.2018 - 01.2024
Preschool Teacher
Children's Express Learning Center
08.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education (PK-12)
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - Middle Level Education
Community College of Allegheny County
High School Diploma -
Penn Hills High School
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