Ahyren M Meissner
Hoquiam,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Cadence Academy Preschool, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through differentiated instruction and effective parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student success and personal growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
09.2024 - 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.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Food Clerk
Safeway
12.2022 - 10.2024
- Stocked shelves and rotated inventory regularly for optimal product freshness and quality.
- Prepared high-quality food items, adhering to recipes and presentation standards for customer enjoyment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Processed transactions accurately, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and cash handling skills.
- Arranged items in display cases to promote sales.
- Handled customer complaints professionally by offering suitable solutions or referring them to management when necessary.
- Exceeded sales goals consistently through upselling techniques and personalized recommendations based on customer preferences.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks, addressing any issues proactively for continuous operation efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, contributing to overall store success.
- Contributed ideas during team meetings that led to process improvements and enhanced workplace morale.
- Demonstrated advanced product knowledge, item locations, pricing and stock levels.
- Resolved customer inquiries or concerns promptly, maintaining professionalism and fostering positive relationships.
- Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
- Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
Assistant Teacher
Love and Laughter Learning Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Substitute Para
South Kitsap School District
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Kitsap High School
Port Orchard, WA06.2022
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Staff development
- Educational leadership
- Student engagement
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Love and Laughter Learning Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Food Clerk
Safeway
12.2022 - 10.2024
Substitute Para
South Kitsap School District
06.2022 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
South Kitsap High School
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