Amy Mapes
Milford
Summary
Diligent Preschool teacher with strong foundation in early childhood education. Proven ability to create engaging and developmentally appropriate activities, fostering nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. Demonstrated expertise in implementing effective lesson plans and using creative teaching methods to enhance student learning and growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher 1 Preschool
Stratford Board of Education
04.2021 - 11.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for preschoolers.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to create a stimulating learning environment.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
- Maintained accurate records of students' progress and development.
- Encouraged children's social interaction through cooperative play activities.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure a safe classroom environment.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Led circle time activities that promoted language development, problem solving skills and conflict resolution techniques.
- Provided guidance to support emotional growth during difficult times or transitions.
- Engaged families in meaningful conversations about their child's daily experiences at school.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Cultivated a love for learning among students by creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrated diversity and encouraged curiosity about the world around them.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary units that connected various subject areas, promoting deeper learning.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, professional development workshops, and community events.
- Implemented effective communication strategies with parents, providing regular updates on their child''s academic progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments and provided constructive feedback on performance.
- Adapted instructional approaches to meet the diverse needs of all students, ensuring individual success in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessment data for each student in compliance with school policies.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Guilford Center For Children
05.2021 - 03.2023
Lead Preschool /Kindergarten Teacher
Yale School of Medicine: Phyllis Bodel CDC
06.2017 - 04.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
New Haven Board of Education
09.2009 - 04.2017
Education
Master of Arts - M.ED
Concordia University
Seward, NE12-2026
Alternative Route To Certification: ECE - Early Childhood Education
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT12-2025
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT06-2009
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT06-2006
Skills
- Age-appropriate activities
- Creative lesson planning
- Special education
- Health and safety
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional learning (Ruler)
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development expertise
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Child assessment
- Child development CT Documentation and Observation for Teaching Systems (CT DOTS)
- CT Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS)
- Heggerty: Phonemic Awareness Pre-K
- NAEYC Program and Classroom Portfolio Development
- PMT Training
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Guilford Center For Children
05.2021 - 03.2023
Teacher 1 Preschool
Stratford Board of Education
04.2021 - 11.2024
Lead Preschool /Kindergarten Teacher
Yale School of Medicine: Phyllis Bodel CDC
06.2017 - 04.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
New Haven Board of Education
09.2009 - 04.2017
Master of Arts - M.ED
Concordia University
Alternative Route To Certification: ECE - Early Childhood Education
Charter Oak State College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Central Connecticut State University
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