Katelyn Wood
Louisville
Summary
Seasoned Education coach, adept in designing content for LMS and in-person trainings. Spearheaded innovative educational strategies, significantly enhancing learning experiences. Supported families and educators with trauma-informed care, demonstrated through impactful community engagement and curriculum development. Achieved notable improvements in family-teacher communication and program outreach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Start Coach
Community Coordinated Child Care 4 C
05.2022 - Current
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage family engagement and connection.
- Facilitated workshops on professional growth and career planning, significantly increasing participant engagement and motivation.
- Collaborated with other mentors to share best practices and resources, elevating quality of mentorship provided.
Curriculum Coordinator
Hometown Kids Child Care Center
02.2021 - Current
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
2-Year-Olds Lead Teacher
Hometown Kids
07.2020 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Head Start Educator
Community Action Agency
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Assistant Director
Bluegrass Child Care
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Partnered with educators to instruct and mentor students with developmental and physical disabilities.
- Familiarized parents with the center's policies, regulations, fees, and curriculum.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost program outreach.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
Internship Student
Haven Care Center
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Generated interest in an annual fundraising event, identified new markets, and educated prospective clients on benefits.
- Increased education and awareness of Haven Care Center through their house programs and delivering evidence-informed strategies.
- Established and implemented sustainable and diverse funding strategies to support financial and operational objectives of organization.
- Initiated and coordinated visits by influential persons and community groups for marketing exposure.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Human Sciences - Child Development
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2021
Skills
Data Collection
Parent orientation
Education Trainer
Cultural Competency
Needs Assessment
Trauma-informed care
Designing trainings for LMS
Family-Teacher Communication
Project-based learning
Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Member, Omega Phi Alpha, 2019
- Member, Honors Society,2017-current
Certification
- Brazelton Touchpoints Parenting Program
- Teaching Strategies Gold
- Credentialed Trainer
- Teachstone CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K Observer
- Strengthening Families Trainer
Timeline
Head Start Coach
Community Coordinated Child Care 4 C
05.2022 - Current
Head Start Educator
Community Action Agency
08.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Director
Bluegrass Child Care
04.2021 - 07.2021
Curriculum Coordinator
Hometown Kids Child Care Center
02.2021 - Current
2-Year-Olds Lead Teacher
Hometown Kids
07.2020 - Current
Internship Student
Haven Care Center
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Brazelton Touchpoints Parenting Program
- Teaching Strategies Gold
- Credentialed Trainer
- Teachstone CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K Observer
- Strengthening Families Trainer
Bachelor of Applied Human Sciences - Child Development
Eastern Kentucky University
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