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Rachel Templeton

Elkhart

Summary

Dedicated early childhood education professional with 15+ years of experience in childcare settings, seeking to continue supporting children and families through high-quality educational and family engagement services.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Services Coordinator

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
Goshen, IN
07.2020 - Current

Assist in maintaining compliance with all state and local licensing requirements.

Monitor classroom environments to ensure safety, cleanliness, and alignment with curriculum standards.

Support the enrollment process, including tours, registration, and maintaining enrollment records.

Serve as a point of contact for parent questions, concerns, and communications.

Promote a welcoming and inclusive environment for all families.

Maintain up-to-date records including child files, attendance logs, and health forms.

Assist with ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.

Support budgeting, tuition collection, and billing processes as needed.

Lead Teacher

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
Goshen, IN
08.2014 - 07.2020
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Mentored and guided new teachers in curriculum delivery and classroom management techniques.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual student needs and enhance educational outcomes.
  • Assessed student progress through observation and standardized assessments, adjusting strategies accordingly.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Assistant Teacher

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
Goshen IN
08.2006 - 08.2014
  • Assisted lead teacher in evaluating student progress and adapting instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Implemented safety protocols and maintained a secure learning environment.
  • Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, incorporating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Ivy Tech Community College
South Bend, IN
05-2026

Skills

    Classroom Management

    Family Engagement & Communication

    Childcare Licensing Compliance

    Record Keeping & Documentation

    Curriculum Support

    Enrollment & Administrative Support

    Team Collaboration

    Organization & Multitasking

Timeline

Family Services Coordinator

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
07.2020 - Current

Lead Teacher

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
08.2014 - 07.2020

Assistant Teacher

Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
08.2006 - 08.2014

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Ivy Tech Community College
Rachel Templeton