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Claire Armbruster

8856 Lake Nora East Drive Apartment B


Indianapolis, IN 46240

Phone: (317) 453-1490


Email: [email protected]

A driven individual, specializing in early childhood education and special needs. Commended for excellent
work ethic. Extraordinary communication skills amongst administration and families. Exceptional ability to provide
children and adults with developmentally appropriate and stimulating environments.
Education and Credentials
Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis- Indianapolis, IN
Elementary Education
2008-2009
Ivy Tech Community College Muncie, IN
2010-current
Associate of Applied Science Early Childhood Education
Core Qualifications

Excellent management skills

Exceptional communication skills

Hands on teaching strategies

CPR/First-aid certified

Interactive work ethic

Trained in Child Abuse Prevention

Outstanding organization abilities

Active listening skills

Superb event coordination abilities

Positive atmosphere promotion

Experience
Before and After-School Lead Teacher, 2008-2009
Baxter YMCA Before and After School Program Indianapolis, IN

Developed and implemented hands-on learning experiences to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of
children participating in the before and after-school program.
Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking, social-interaction, and teambuilding.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 15+
children.
Maintained a highly-organized and creative classroom environment.
Created and encouraged child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Implemented positive reinforcement and redirection, decreasing classroom disruptions significantly.

Lead Toddler Teacher, 2009-2010


Rainbow Childcare Center- Indianapolis, IN

Supervised children ranging in age from six months to five years old
Created lesson plans based on a hands-on curriculum
Communicated childs developing skills with parents and guardians

Maintained a highly organized and creative classroom environment


Assisted in scheduling staff and managing front desk duties

Associate Preschool Teacher, 2010-2014


Apple Tree YMCA Child Development Center- Muncie, IN

Developed and implemented hands-on learning experiences to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of
children participating in preschool program.
Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking, social-interaction, and teambuilding.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 10+
children.
Maintained a highly-organized and creative classroom environment.
Created and encouraged child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Implemented positive reinforcement and redirection, decreasing classroom disruptions significantly.
Communicated daily with parents and/or guardians

Special Needs Caregiver, 2011-2015


Bridges of Indiana- Muncie and Indianapolis, IN

Worked with adults and children with disabilities, helping them reach goals set in place to assist with their mental
and physical development.

Communicated with parents and families

Created safe and fun atmospheres for learning activities


Special Needs Aide, 2014-2015
Clinton Young Elementary School- Indianapolis, IN

Developed and implemented hands-on learning experiences to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of
children participating in preschool program.

Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking, social-interaction, and teambuilding.

Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 10+
children.

Maintained a highly-organized and creative classroom environment.

Created and encouraged child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Worked with IEPs and behavior plans
Implemented activities that are able to be modified in order to meet the needs of each individual child
Certifications/Trainings
First Aid/ CPR/ AED Certificate, current
Blood borne Pathogens Certificate, current
Child Abuse Prevention
Developmentally Appropriate Guidance
Challenging Behaviors
Nutrition & Wellness
Inclusion
Foundations
Diversity
Summer Day Camp
Community Involvement
East Central Chapter of Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, 2011-2013
Volunteer, Boys and Girls Club of Muncie, 2013
Volunteer, Remnant Outreach Ministries, 2010-2014
Secretary at Remnant Outreach Ministries, 2012-2014
Childrens Minister at Remnant Outreach Ministries, 2012-2014

Preschool Sunday school leader at Resonate Church, 2014-current

Professional References:

Erin Donovan- Assistant Department Chair, School of Education


Ivy Tech Community College
Cell: (123) 345-786
Email: [email protected]
Andrea Arnold- Childrens Ministry Coordinator
Resonate Church
Cell: (123) 234-7454
Email: [email protected]
Cindy Marshall- coworker
Cell: (323) 124-7567
Email: [email protected]

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