Rachel Klosterman
Allentown
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Preschool Lead Teacher at Lehigh Children's Academy, skilled in curriculum development and fostering strong parent-teacher relationships. Successfully enhanced student teamwork and empathy while mentoring new educators. Proficient in documentation and record keeping, ensuring a positive and engaging learning environment for all students.
Experienced with curriculum development and classroom management in early childhood education. Utilizes creative teaching methods to promote social and cognitive growth—a strong understanding of fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Friendly and energetic Lead Teacher with 4 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Lehigh Children's Academy
07.2024 - Current
- Completed documentation on individual children for recordkeeping.
- Planned and prepared activities for four-year-old students.
- Built strong relationships with parents through regularly updating student progress and promptly addressing concerns.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and student teamwork.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
Assistant Teacher
Sarasota Memorial Child Care Center 2 (SMH CC2)
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in the implementation of new learning tools, systems, and materials.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
Electrocardiogram Technician
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Assisted physicians with stress tests, ensuring accurate monitoring of patient's heart activity during exercise.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Performed Holter monitor placement on patients as needed, ensuring proper electrode placement for accurate long-term monitoring of heart activity.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment of cardiac issues based on ECG results.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL12-2024
Skills
- Proficient in safety protocols
- Documentation and record keeping
- Proficient in engaging with parents and teachers
- Curriculum development
- Sensory integration
- Literacy development
- Gross motor skills development
- Microsoft Word
Certification
- PLD: Preschool Language Development
- Alphabet Knowledge & Print Awareness
- Oral Language & Shared Storybook Reading
- Emergent Reading and Writing
- Phonological Awareness
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Lehigh Children's Academy
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Sarasota Memorial Child Care Center 2 (SMH CC2)
10.2021 - 06.2024
Electrocardiogram Technician
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
State College of Florida
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