Kelsea Stewart
Chattanooga
Summary
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Ability to foster collaborative learning environments. Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Ark Academy Preschool
Chattanooga, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in preschoolers.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development progress and address any concerns effectively.
- Designed assessments to evaluate student growth and adapt instruction based on individual needs.
Co-Teacher
Red Bank United Methodist Preschool
Chattanooga, TN
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Co-teach in an 18–29-month-old classroom, supporting early childhood development
- Create and implement engaging lesson plans and age-appropriate activities
- Foster children’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth
- Maintain a structured, safe, and nurturing classroom environment
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding children’s progress and development
General Manager
The Hungry Robot
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Managed daily operations, including staff hiring, training, and supervision
- Created staff schedules and managed payroll and reporting
- Oversaw budgeting, inventory, and supply ordering
- Improved operational efficiency and overall business performance
Registered Dental Assistant
Phyllis Pendergrast, DMD, PC
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared treatment rooms and maintained strict infection control standards
- Assisted dentist during procedures and patient care
- Performed expanded duties including coronal polishing, radiography, and sealant application
- Ensured patient comfort and maintained accurate records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood, Child and Family Studies
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
05-2027
Associate of Applied Science -
University of Alaska At Fairbanks
01-2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Soddy Daisy High School
05-2015
Skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Leadership & Management Experience
- Organization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Ark Academy Preschool
08.2025 - Current
Co-Teacher
Red Bank United Methodist Preschool
01.2023 - 08.2025
Registered Dental Assistant
Phyllis Pendergrast, DMD, PC
05.2018 - 08.2018
General Manager
The Hungry Robot
09.2017 - 09.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Soddy Daisy High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood, Child and Family Studies
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Associate of Applied Science -
University of Alaska At Fairbanks