Aarti Mehta
Tempe,AZ
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher (Early Childhood Division)
Salt River Pima Community
Scottsdale, USA
07.2022 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
Head Start Teacher
Maricopa County, Arizona
Arizona
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans to support student goals in all developmental areas
- Maintained compliance with Head Start performance standards and state guidelines
- Established meaningful connections with families and provided continuous support to team members.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Promoted social-emotional development in students by incorporating character education lessons into daily curriculum.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
Instructional Support Paraeducator
Redfield Elementary School
Scottsdale, USA
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Worked with students with physical or behavioral disabilities, providing assistance in daily activities such as feeding and hygiene
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, and bus transitions, and supported substitute teachers
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following established protocols.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
Nursery Class Teacher
Anand Balwadi (Bal Shikshan Samiti Trust)
Vadodara, India
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs and ensuring mastery of concepts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, extending opportunities for student growth beyond the school day.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
- Worked closely with support staff, coordinating efforts to address the unique needs of students receiving special education services or interventions.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
MSU
Vadodara, India12.2005
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics -
M.S. University
Vadodara, Gujarat12.1996
Skills
Early Childhood Education
Behavior Modeling
Lesson Planning
Parent-teacher collaboration
Staff Development
Educational leadership
Training and mentoring
Project-based learning
Special Education
Activity Planning
Classroom Management
IEP goals
Certification
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
- CPR Certification (State Compliant)
Timeline
Lead Teacher (Early Childhood Division)
Salt River Pima Community
07.2022 - Current
Head Start Teacher
Maricopa County, Arizona
01.2019 - 01.2022
Instructional Support Paraeducator
Redfield Elementary School
01.2016 - 02.2019
Nursery Class Teacher
Anand Balwadi (Bal Shikshan Samiti Trust)
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
MSU
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics -
M.S. University