Amy Gleason
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Seasoned Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Bumblebee Club Learning Center, excelling in curriculum planning and classroom management. Demonstrated success in fostering emotional well-being and academic growth, enhancing student engagement through art and craft activities. Skilled in creating inclusive, nurturing environments that promote significant improvement in social skills and self-regulation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Fundamentals Early Learning Center
5021 75th Ave N
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education, continually seeking ways to improve teaching practice for the benefit of all learners.
- Maintained detailed records of student achievement, providing timely feedback on progress toward learning goals.
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Bumblebee Club Learning Center
5021 75th Ave Ñ
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Regularly assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven decision-making to guide instruction.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment conducive to growth and development.
Lead VPK Teacher
R'Club Child Care
4140 48th Street N Saint Petersburg Fl 33709
06.2005 - 06.2018
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced student engagement with hands-on projects that fostered critical thinking skills.
- Established strong connections with local community organizations, resulting in valuable partnerships and resources for the VPK program.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on teaching methods and early childhood education research findings.
- Mentored new teachers in VPK program best practices, leading to increased consistency across classrooms.
Education
CDA - Kindergarten And Preschool Education
PETEC
6100 154th Ave N06.1999
Associate Of Science - Computer Programming
Saint Petersbrg College
6605 5th Ave N06.1999
Skills
- Art and Craft Activities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Fine Motor Skills
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Gross Motor Skills
- Child development expertise
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Fundamentals Early Learning Center
06.2022 - 12.2023
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Bumblebee Club Learning Center
06.2018 - 06.2022
Lead VPK Teacher
R'Club Child Care
06.2005 - 06.2018
CDA - Kindergarten And Preschool Education
PETEC
Associate Of Science - Computer Programming
Saint Petersbrg College