Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
Volunteer Experience
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KARSIN BADER

Bloomington

Summary

Compassionate Substitute Teacher with knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to build relationships. Committed to students play based learning.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Floating Teacher

Bloomington Developmental Learning Center
01.2025 - Current
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Swim Instructor

Indiana University
05.2024 - 03.2025
  • Organized lesson plans according to the individual needs of students.
  • Instructed participants on water safety rules and regulations.
  • Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
  • Updated records of attendance, skill levels achieved and other relevant information for each student.
  • Developed strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons.
  • Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.

Kitchen Worker

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment in the kitchen
  • Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and specifications
  • Adapted quickly to changing orders or requests from customers
  • Instructed new staff to the procedures involved with preparing food and using equipment.

Education

Bachelors in Music in Music Education Candidate -

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Huntley Highschool
Huntley, IL
05-2023

Skills

  • Communication
  • School Engagement
  • Positive Interactions
  • Class Development
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Educational Settings
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies

Certification

  • Automotive Service Excellence
  • Car Lift Operation
  • Water Safety Instructor- Red Cross

Volunteer Experience

  • Sunday School Teacher, St. John's UCC, Belvidere, IL, 01/01/19, 03/01/20, Supervised and guided children in completing assigned lessons and projects., Adapted teaching style based on the needs of each individual student or group of students., Encouraged student participation through thoughtful questions and discussion topics., Facilitated meaningful conversations among students in order to promote understanding of religious topics., Created a safe environment for students to express themselves freely while exploring their beliefs.
  • Camp Leader, St. John's UCC, Belvidere, IL, 07/01/17, 08/01/19, Created a safe space for children to learn new skills while having fun. Monitored behavior and provided appropriate intervention when needed., Collaborated with other Camp Leaders to plan creative programming ideas for upcoming events., Assisted in creating an enjoyable atmosphere through music, storytelling, skits, and other forms of entertainment., Led group discussions on topics related to scripture and religion., Provided emotional support to both campers and staff members during difficult times.

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Floating Teacher

Bloomington Developmental Learning Center
01.2025 - Current

Swim Instructor

Indiana University
05.2024 - 03.2025

Kitchen Worker

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
08.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelors in Music in Music Education Candidate -

Indiana University Bloomington

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University

High School Diploma -

Huntley Highschool
KARSIN BADER