Attentive and creative teacher passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
Loveland, CO
06.2020 - Current
Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Assessed student progress through observation, documentation, and portfolio review.
Summer Nanny
Sheila Currier And Heather Paddock
Fort Collins
06.2015 - 08.2018
Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles
Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for the children
Engaged with children on an individual basis in a pleasant manner
Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
Children's Church Assistant
Grace Fellowship Church
Fort Collins
01.2015 - 08.2018
Established a safe play environment for the children
Maintained accurate and detailed records, including attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
Catering Server
Carters Creative Catering
Loveland
05.2016 - 08.2016
Cleared dirty dishes, refilled beverage glasses, cleaned tables and brought baskets of bread
Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests
Provided friendly and attentive service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04-2019
Skills
Time Management
Multi-tasking
Organization
Dedication
Reliable
Good Communication
Child development knowledge
First Aid and CPR Certified
Custom
Matt Tarka, Family Friend & Pastor, (970) 231-5737, Tarka71@gmail.com
Heather Paddock, Employer, (970) 290-8723
Rebekah Dyer, College Professor, Rebekah.Dyer@gcu.edu
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
06.2020 - Current
Catering Server
Carters Creative Catering
05.2016 - 08.2016
Summer Nanny
Sheila Currier And Heather Paddock
06.2015 - 08.2018
Children's Church Assistant
Grace Fellowship Church
01.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
IT Technician/Helpdesk Support Engineer at Sunshine House Early Learning AcademyIT Technician/Helpdesk Support Engineer at Sunshine House Early Learning Academy