Katie ODell

Education
The University of Alabama
Expected Graduation Date: May 2018
Masters Degree: Early Childhood Special Education

The University of Alabama

Graduated: December 2014
Bachelors Degree: Human Development and Family Studies
Concentration: Early Childhood Development

Work Experience
Teaching Assistant
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham Hand in Hand Early
Learning Program
January 2015 Present
Assist in planning, implementing, evaluating, and supervising a developmentally
appropriate and inclusive educational curriculum for young children in accordance
with the programs curriculum
Assist in organizing each days activities to provide children with a variety of
experiences and opportunities
Implement developmentally age appropriate learning experiences to meet the
emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of the individual children in the
class
CPR/First Aid Certified

Intern
Magic Moments

August 2014 December 2014

Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events
Serve as the liaison to families throughout the planning and implementation of
magic moments granted
Perform data entry, update and manage database
Promote Beyond The Moment by staying connected with children through regular
communication, invitations to family activities and providing emotional support

Gymnastics Instructor

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Head Over Heels

August 2014 December 2014

Instruct according to the Head Over Heels curriculum and lesson plans
Maintain discipline and order in class
Instruct each class with enthusiasm and creativity with an organized agenda in mind
Communicate safety rules to the students, set up equipment safely and instruct
with the students safety in mind

Substitute Teacher
Child Development Research Center
May

2014 August 2014

Promote optimum physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development
Offer children hands-on experiences based on their developmental levels
Guide children in the natural learning process by enhancing and furthering their
play experiences
Monitor childrens behaviors to ensure their safety and well-being
Aid children in developing intellectual curiosity, skills in observing, problem solving,
and learning through his or her own efforts

Child Care Provider

Tiffiny Guidry
September 2012 May 2014
Monitor childs behavior to ensure his safety and well-being
Guide child in the natural learning process by enhancing and furthering his play
experiences
Communicate with childs parents about daily activities, behaviors, and related
issues

Experience
Course Lab Practicum
Center

The Rise Program at the Gene Stallings

May 2014 August 2014

Interacted with students during play time, nap time, and lunch time
Observed teaching instruction

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Observed how students of different cognitive abilities interacted with one another in
an inclusive classroom

Practicum Student

DCH Hospital- Pediatric Unit and NICU

May 2013 February 2014

Completed 70 practicum hours under the supervision of a Certified Child Life
Specialist
Created therapeutic activities for patients and journaling experience weekly
Interacted with patients through play and preparation to enhance coping
Advocated for children and their families in the medical setting

Course Lab Practicum

Program

The University of Alabama- Childrens

January 2012 December 2013

Observed typically developing infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and developed
skills for assessing milestones
Promoted development across all domains through play and developmentally
appropriate activities
Practiced using positive instruction to guide childrens behaviors
Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans and implemented these under
the supervision of a lead classroom teacher