Bonnie Gaikowski

Coordinated with lead teacher to manage student behavior and classroom dynamics, fostering a positive learning environment.

• Supported classroom activities and lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
• Prepared educational materials and resources for daily lessons and activities.
• Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
• Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
• Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
• Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
• Stimulated critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions, promoting deeper understanding.
• Served as a Staff Representative for ICAP on the South Dakota Head Start Board.
• Engaged in discussions and planning as a member of the newly formed Staff Wellness Committee to promote employee health.

• Managed office correspondence and maintained organized filing systems.
• Assisted with event planning and logistics for community events.
• Handled incoming calls and addressed inquiries from the public efficiently.
• Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders as needed.
• Provided administrative support to the Office Manager and other staff members.
• Assisted with special projects or tasks related to departmental functions upon request.
• Produced and distributed memos, newsletters, and other forms of communication.
• Operated office equipment such as photocopiers and scanners.
• Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
• Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.