Kristen Drew
Moon
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
12.2024 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Patient Care Technician
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Lead Teacher
Salem Crossroads Daycare
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted children with puzzles and problem-solving to build motor and cognitive skills.
- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum aligned with student learning objectives and in adherence with state and district requirements.
- Taught classes to students at varying levels of attainment.
- Maintained bright, organized and well-kept classroom.
- Documented student progress and attendance records using established methods.
Patient Care Technician
Forbes Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Kept healthcare team informed with regular updates to patient charts, including vitals, treatments, and responses.
- Collected specimens using proper aseptic techniques.
- Supported smooth patient flow and unit operations with regular supply restocking.
- Assisted patients with limited mental and physical capacity in handling daily living tasks.
- Updated Epic EHR system with current treatments, medications and observations.
Infant Teacher
Amplify Church
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided basic care for children by feeding, changing diapers and grooming.
- Coordinated interactive activities to meet physical, emotional and social needs of children.
- Communicated effectively by being friendly and nurturing and building bonds with children.
- Supervised children during all activities to maintain safety and wellbeing.
- Implemented learning curriculum while creating fun, interactive experiences.
Summer Camp Counselor
Ligonier Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Offered caring emotional and social support to children experiencing difficult events.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, assessed injuries and administered first aid.
- Exposed campers to new activities and sports at age-appropriate paces.
- Demonstrated material and equipment use to recreational users.
- Assisted in program planning based on pre-arranged educational and recreational themes.
Resource Teacher
Goddard School
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Read stories and played age-appropriate games with children in care.
- Protected children with good safety and security policies.
- Met needs of children of different ages with developmentally-appropriate activities.
- Minimized spread of germs with thorough cleaning and sanitizing.
- Created lesson plans appropriate for each age group.
Assistant Teacher
Beulah Preschool and Childcare Center
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Established clear expectations for behavior and redirected problematic actions with positive reinforcement or established discipline protocols.
- Provided basic care for children by feeding, changing diapers and grooming.
- Applied knowledge of early childhood development to evaluate student learning needs and promote growth.
- Implemented learning curriculum while creating fun, interactive experiences.
- Kept parents informed of child's progress with detailed notes.
Education
High School -
Franklin Regional High School
Murrysville, PennsylvaniaSkills
- Behavior Modeling
- Training and Mentoring
- Social skill building
- Training in food handling preparation
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
Certification
CDA-Preschool
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
12.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
03.2024 - 09.2024
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
10.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Teacher
Salem Crossroads Daycare
05.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician
Forbes Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
Infant Teacher
Amplify Church
10.2022 - 03.2023
Summer Camp Counselor
Ligonier Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
Resource Teacher
Goddard School
09.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Teacher
Beulah Preschool and Childcare Center
12.2019 - 08.2021
High School -
Franklin Regional High School
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