Abigail Bridges
Lebanon,OH
Summary
Prior Preschool Teacher with an education in psychology, child development, and family science. Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Experienced in working in early childhood education including in head-start classrooms.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Implemented inquiry-based, child-led learning in the classroom.
- Completed daily documentation about students' academic and social-emotional progress into student portfolios.
- Worked alongside a team of co-teachers, parents, admin, and outside professionals to implement learning and behavioral plans for individual students.
- Formally and informally assessed students' academic and social-emotional progress using various assessment tools, including the ASQ-3.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication and conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges.
Assistant Teacher
Kiwi's Clubhouse
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.
Assistant Head-Start Teacher
Imaginations At Work Childcare
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing lessons to meet Head Start standards.
- Ensured that educational and classroom safety standards were met while keeping students engaged in learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2023
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Head Start programs
- Early Childhood Development and Education
- Intervention and Behavioral Plan Implementation
- Early Childhood assessment skills
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Child CPR and First Aid
Certification
- Pediatric and adult CPR/first aid certified
- Level 3 OCCRRA Career Pathways Level
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
08.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Teacher
Kiwi's Clubhouse
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Head-Start Teacher
Imaginations At Work Childcare
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University