Amy Boles
Middletown
Summary
To teach preschool children and help them to grow academically, socially, and emotionally through individualized care and attention in the classroom
Attentive and creative professional 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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dual Language Multi-age Preschool Teacher
Perth Amboy Public Schools
Perth Amboy
09.2009 - 06.2017
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English language and culture in a dual-language setting.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Assumption Academy
New Brunswick
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Planned instruction based on the curriculum goals, assessment data, and direct observations of the students
- Utilized the Internet, Smart boards, and digital cameras to introduce technology to the students
- Developed hands-on science projects, manipulative based math lessons, and emergent reading exercises
- Collaborated weekly with other Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and First Grade teachers to plan for a common learning differentiated instruction time
Third Grade Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
Lebanon
05.2008 - 06.2008
- Developed and presented lessons by using a variety of techniques including inquiry-based projects, manipulatives, technology, experimentation, and large and small group instruction
- Planned and implemented lesson plans that foster creative and challenging activities for advanced learners
- Modified lessons to meet different levels of academic ability and provided alternative assessments
- Wrote weekly newsletters to keep parents updated on classroom and school-wide events
Third Grade Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher
Tuscan School
Maplewood
10.2007 - 05.2008
- Developed lessons based on New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards
- Modified lessons to meet different levels of academic ability and provided alternative assessments
- Collaborated with Special Education teacher to find ways best suited to educate children with Individualized Education Plans
- Informed parents of children's progress by maintaining records of academic performance, attendance, and social acclimation
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Kean University
Union, NJ06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
01.2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Behavior management
- Technology integration
- Parent engagement
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NJ Standard Teaching Certificate
- Early Childhood Education (P-3)
- NJ Substitute Teaching Certification: Somerset County, Hunterdon County, Essex County
Timeline
Dual Language Multi-age Preschool Teacher
Perth Amboy Public Schools
09.2009 - 06.2017
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Assumption Academy
09.2008 - 06.2009
Third Grade Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
05.2008 - 06.2008
Third Grade Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher
Tuscan School
10.2007 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Kean University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University