Olivia Bitner
Colonial Heights
Summary
Adaptable, detail-oriented worker with knowledge of classroom management, course design and curriculum development. Frequently praised for creative thinking and reaching achievements by my peers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Defense Logistic Agency
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Communicated effectively with parents, updating them on the progress of their children within the program.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Ensured safety and well-being of all students by implementing appropriate classroom management strategies and addressing any behavioral issues promptly.
- Achieved educational goals by differentiating instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs and abilities.
- Developed well-rounded students by emphasizing the importance of collaboration, creativity, and problem solving.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Childtime Learning Center
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced children's cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate and stimulating activities.
- Maintained detailed records of each student''s progress through ongoing observation and documentation processes, enabling data-driven decision-making regarding instruction techniques.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
Private Kindergarten Teacher
St. Marks Preschool & Kindergarten
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating diverse literature selections into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' social skills through group activities and cooperative learning assignments.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that welcomed all students regardless of background or ability level and promoted cultural awareness.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by posing open-ended questions during discussions and encouraging multiple perspectives on topics introduced in class.
Early Preschool Assistant Teacher
Wesley United Methodist Church Preschool
04.2014 - 06.2017
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students by adhering to preschool policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colonial Heights High School
Colonial Heights, VABachelor Of Arts - Fine Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VASkills
- Childcare Management Software Programs
- Curriculum Implementation
- Parent Communication
- Special Education
- Disciplinary Enforcement
- Foundational Knowledge
- Behavior management techniques
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
- Working on CDA
Timeline
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Defense Logistic Agency
03.2024 - 03.2025
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
12.2022 - 12.2023
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Childtime Learning Center
12.2020 - 12.2022
Private Kindergarten Teacher
St. Marks Preschool & Kindergarten
07.2020 - 09.2020
Early Preschool Assistant Teacher
Wesley United Methodist Church Preschool
04.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor Of Arts - Fine Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University
High School Diploma -
Colonial Heights High School
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