Katherine Owen
Otisville
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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead
Davison Community Schools
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
Sale Associate
Orangetheory Fitness
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Maintained detailed knowledge of product offerings to address customer inquiries.
Nanny
Private Family Nanny
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Kandyland Kid Care
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Babysitter
Various Families
01.2013 - 01.2022
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime as well as morning preparation.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Server
Baby Jakes Pizza
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Childcare Provider
Richfield Church of the Nazarene
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
Activity Staff
Covenant Hills Camp
06.2023 - 09.2024
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Mott Community College
Flint, Michigan08.2021
Skills
- Problem solving
- Work well with others
- Good time management skills
- Emotionally Supportive
- Regulating Schedules
Timeline
Sale Associate
Orangetheory Fitness
01.2024 - 06.2025
Activity Staff
Covenant Hills Camp
06.2023 - 09.2024
Preschool Lead
Davison Community Schools
08.2022 - 06.2025
Nanny
Private Family Nanny
01.2022 - 06.2022
Toddler Lead Teacher
Kandyland Kid Care
07.2020 - 10.2021
Server
Baby Jakes Pizza
08.2017 - 12.2021
Childcare Provider
Richfield Church of the Nazarene
01.2017 - 01.2018
Babysitter
Various Families
01.2013 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Michigan - Flint
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Mott Community College
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