Ana Tatishvili
Paterson,NJ
Summary
- Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. I have been working as a Lead Teacher at Cadence Academy Preschool since 2023, managing a classroom of 12 children aged 2 to 2.6 years old, including several with Down syndrome and autism. I create and implement developmentally appropriate and inclusive lesson plans, support individual learning needs, and collaborate closely with therapists who provide services to children with special needs. I help integrate therapy goals into the classroom routine and focus on promoting social, emotional, cognitive, and motor development. I have strong skills in early childhood education, classroom management, behavior support, and communication with families and support teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
Paramus, NJ
10.2023 - Current
- Plan and implement age-appropriate, inclusive curriculum for a diverse classroom, including children with Down syndrome and autism.
- Foster a nurturing, structured environment that supports the developmental, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Adapt teaching methods and classroom activities to meet individual learning styles and developmental levels.
- Collaborate with therapists, special education professionals, and families to support Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Track developmental milestones and document progress, with a focus on early intervention for children with special needs.
- Model and promote kindness, empathy, and peer inclusion through social-emotional learning strategies.
- Maintain open and supportive communication with parents, providing regular updates and guidance for home reinforcement.
- Lead and supervise classroom aides and assistants, ensuring consistency and best practices in care and instruction.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ08-2025
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Behavior support and positive reinforcement
- Inclusive classroom management
- Experience with Special Needs (including Down syndrome and autism)
- collaboration with therapists and support staff
- Individualized lesson planning
- Developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)
- Social-emotional development support
- Parent communication and engagement
- Multilingual communication: fluent in Georgian and Russian
- Teamwork and professional collaboration
- Patience, compassion, and adaptability
- Creative arts and sensory play planning
- Health, safety, and supervision practices
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
10.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bergen Community College
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