Cheri Morton
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of fostering child development and enhancing learning outcomes at Tutor Time Learning Care Group. Excelled in classroom organization and curriculum planning, significantly improving student engagement. Skilled in creating inclusive environments, demonstrating exceptional classroom management and child development expertise. Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Care Group
02.2024 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Preschool Teacher
Sunrise Preschools
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
In-Home Nanny
Contractor
11.2008 - 03.2010
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
05.2008 - 08.2008
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Preschool Teacher
Childrens School Weber State University
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Nursery Childcare Coordinator
Presbyterian Church
05.2007 - 03.2008
- Oversaw morning welcome and afternoon departure to maintain visibility and connections with parents.
- Backed up staff by assisting with difficult behavioral situations.
- Built culture-friendly program to help children and parents of diverse backgrounds feel welcome.
- Verified proper sign-in and sign-out procedures according to optimal security protections for children.
- Managed paperwork for childcare operations, employee management and state requirements.
- Organized classroom resources and lesson supplies for teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05.2008
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Organization
- Daycare management
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Curriculum Planning
- Child development expertise
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Care Group
02.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Sunrise Preschools
03.2023 - 02.2024
In-Home Nanny
Contractor
11.2008 - 03.2010
Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
05.2008 - 08.2008
Preschool Teacher
Childrens School Weber State University
08.2007 - 05.2008
Nursery Childcare Coordinator
Presbyterian Church
05.2007 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood
Weber State University
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