Natalie Coppess
Indianapolis
Summary
Dependable preschool teacher skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering nurturing environments. Committed to enhancing children's cognitive and social skills through hands-on, play-based strategies, while building strong relationships with families to support individual student needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
Indianapolis
09.2022 - 07.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Implemented daily activities enhancing cognitive and physical skills.
- Collaborated with families to support children's individual needs and progress.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Arranged classroom resources to facilitate engaging learning activities and resources for effective learning experiences.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and development milestones.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Managed classroom settings by establishing clear rules with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Provided individual attention to each student during class time.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Compliance Safety & Asset Protection Associate
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc
Plainfield
06.2015 - 12.2018
- Ensured compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT, and state regulations through comprehensive audits.
- Performed fire protection audits to identify hazards and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Trained associates and managed documentation to uphold safety and quality standards.
- Supported 250 million customers weekly across 11,000 retail units in 27 countries.
Asset Protection Associate
Sears Holdings Corporation
Indianapolis
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Delivered operational excellence in shrink and safety by fostering a culture focused on loss control and profitability.
- Prevented and resolved external theft and fraud through investigations and apprehensions, managing risk claims, adhering to merchandise protection standards, and assessing operational performance for shortage control.
- Monitored store premises to deter theft and ensure safety protocols.
- Conducted routine audits of inventory for discrepancies and loss prevention.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during theft investigations and recovery efforts.
Associate
Target Corporation
Indianapolis
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Championed customer service and fostered positive culture at Target Food Avenue Starbucks.
- Maintained food safety controls and conducted audits, including daily safety inspections and cleanliness precautions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for customers.
- Contributed to retail excellence at Fortune 500 company serving over 2,000 locations.
Senior Airman
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 03.2012
- Documented and processed classified materials, tracked personnel and supplies within company, maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $100,000.
- Reviewed disciplinary actions and recommended appropriate courses of action to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Tracked and organized administrative paperwork and personnel folders to maintain accurate records and support operational readiness.
- Executed data entry tasks with precision and taught classes to enhance knowledge and skills within the team.
Nursery School Teacher
Accredited by the National Association
Indianapolis
06.2005 - 05.2011
- Educated children to encourage good behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Instructed children on health and personal habits while ensuring proper care for infants and toddlers.
- Communicated openly with parents about daily activities and behavior; maintained a safe, child-friendly, sanitary environment.
- Monitored educational progress using individual charts and files, fostering patience and understanding among children.
Education
Skin Care
Honors Beauty College
Indianapolis, IN01-2004
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Central High School
01-2003
Skills
- Child development strategies
- Parent communication
- Educational technology
- Communication skills
- Customer service excellence
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Basic mathematics
- OSHA compliance
- EHS compliance
- Compensation management
- Warehouse distribution
- Construction management
- Security operations
Certification
- Nail Technician, 12/13, Present
- Child Development Associate (CDA), 05/07, Present
- Esthetician, 08/03, 08/07
- Certified Safety Professional
- NCCER Certification
- CPR Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training
- First Aid Certification
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Military Service
E4, United States Air Force
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
09.2022 - 07.2026
Compliance Safety & Asset Protection Associate
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc
06.2015 - 12.2018
Asset Protection Associate
Sears Holdings Corporation
04.2014 - 06.2015
Associate
Target Corporation
03.2012 - 04.2014
Senior Airman
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 03.2012
Nursery School Teacher
Accredited by the National Association
06.2005 - 05.2011
Skin Care
Honors Beauty College
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Central High School