Pamela Raftice
Email: [email protected]
Objective: Experienced Pre-Kindergarten Teacher with 16 years in education-
minded facilities seeking a position as a Lead Pre-Kindergarten
Teacher. I am focused on delivering high-quality pre- education to a
large population and effective at building a creative curriculum that
incorporates fun and learning.
Skills include:
Daycare Management Professional
Active Listener and Creative Arts Talent
Strong Computer Skills
Reliable Team Leader with excellent communication skills
and Behavior Management techniques
Special Needs Childcare
Emergency Procedures and CPR and First Aid Certified
Worked with special needs children, including those with
learning disabilities, mental challenges and physical
impairments
Work Bartlett Childcare Center
Experience: 8150 Country Village Drive
Cordova, TN 38016 United States
08/2009 - Present
Hours per week: 40
Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Lead teacher in Pre-Kindergarten classroom of 19 students from 2010-
2014. Coordinated with supervisor and developed monthly curriculum
to foster students’ educational needs in preparation for Kindergarten.
Lesson plans included Alphabets, numbers (counting and time),
shapes, colors, and reading groups. Integrated monthly field trips into
lessons; such as, scheduled Shelby County Fire Department to give
students’ a tour of fire trucks. Orchestrated Lambs Farm petting Zoo to
visit students’ and teach about animals and reptiles. Implemented
donuts with dad for Father’s Day. Introduced new games and story
hour to encourage vocabulary and problem-solving
Supervisor: Kay Vonboeckman ((901) 755-3210)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
United States Army Reserve
7335 Womack Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80913 United States
08/2011 - Present
Salary:
Hours per week: 50
Human Resources Officer
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Primary advisor to the Battalion Commander on personnel issues
Oversee evaluation reports on enlisted soldiers
Coordinate and oversee awards ceremonies for all soldiers, establish
policies and procedures concerning personnel issues.
Plan and oversee unit social events such as, Dining In (Military Ball)
Conduct training for Equal Opportunity and Safety Program (SHARP-
Sexual Harassment/ Assault Response Prevention)
Supervise all Noncommissioned Officers and Enlisted Soldiers within
the Human Resource Section
Provide individual customer service to Soldiers and Army Civilians in
personnel and finances
Learning Tree Daycare
2780 Summer Oaks Dr
Bartlett, TN 38134 United States
09/2007 - 12/2009
Hours per week: 40
Assistant Teacher
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Assisted lead teacher, in Pre-Kindergarten classroom of 22 students,
with developing creative lesson plans for academic years 2007-2009.
Provided individualized support for struggling students, specifically
students with learning disabilities (Autism) and special needs; support
included audio books and technology; Implemented a variety of
materials and resources to accommodate students’ academic needs.
Substitute teacher for infants, toddlers, pre-school, and school age
students 7-12.
Supervisor:
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Christ the King Lutheran School
5296 Park Ave
Memphis, TN 38119 United States
08/2001 - 07/2004
Hours per week: 40
Paraprofessional
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Assisted the lead teacher with instruction for 20 pre-kindergarten
students' to include creative and interactive lesson plans, daily reading
groups, student of the month, and birthday star. Organized and headed
supervised activities such as field day, muffins with mom, and arts and
crafts. Sustained a focused and well-behaved classroom at all times
while encouraging students’ creativity and independence. Observed
teaching techniques to develop instructional methods, generate
exciting activities, and self-development.
Supervisor:
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Christ the King Lutheran School
5296 Park Ave
Memphis, TN 38119 United States
08/2004 - 07/2008
Hours per week: 40
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Developed creative lesson plans and taught 20 students in a full day
pre-kindergarten classroom with the assistance of a Paraprofessional.
Planned and implemented whole class, small group, and one on one
instruction using developmentally appropriate practices such as, circle
time, allow students' to assist with creating classroom rules, and the
choosing of class pets. Set up classroom for students’ eye level and
accessibility to appropriate classroom items. Posted and maintained
daily schedule and monthly bulletin boards. Utilized learning centers,
technology, and manipulatives to introduce new learning objectives.
Attended monthly staff meetings and required training.
Supervisor:
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education: Basic Officer Leaders Course-B Columbia, SC United States
Technical or Occupational Certificate 08/2014
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
Graduated 12 Weeks of Basic Officer Leaders Course in Fort Jackson,
SC
Achieved the Theodore Roosevelt Physical Fitness Award
The University of Memphis Cordova, TN United States
Bachelor's Degree 05/2013
Major: Education/Integrative Studies Minor: Military Science
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
Army Reserve Officer Training Course(ROTC)Cadet from 2011-2013
Graduated Leaders Training Course (LTC) at Fort Knox, Kentucky in
July 2011
Graduated Leaders Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) at
Fort Lewis, Washington in 2013
Commissioned from Army ROTC in May 2013 as 01(2 Lieutenant)
Member of the Pinnacle Honor Society for GPA 4.0
George Washington High School Chicago, IL United States
High School or equivalent 06/2000
GPA: 4.0 of a maximum 4.0
Affiliations: United States Army: Active Guard/Reserve – Captain
References: References available upon request
Additional Proficient at Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Piot Tables, PowerPoint
Information Presentations, Briefing
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