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Angela Keeney

Irvine,CA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Montessori educator with 30 yrs experience guiding children in prepared environments that foster independence, curiosity, and respect. Certified in Early Childhood Education with 36 units. Including toddler and administration units. American Montessori Society Certified. with a deep understanding of child development and the Montessori philosophy. Skilled observations, lesson planning, and creating calm purposeful classroom where every child is seen and supported.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Montessori Lead Montessori Teacher

Great Foundations
08.2024 - Current
  • Informed students and families of classroom activities and student progress and identified methods to involve parents in student education.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines. 24
  • Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
  • Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.
  • Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
  • Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
  • Provided mentorship to Montessori Intern
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for 24 students.

Montessori Primary Teacher

Rancho Viejo School
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement of the curriculum.
  • Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional, and social development.
  • Supported and guided staff in classroom to achieve desired goals set forth for children.
  • Fostered a love for learning in students by consistently introducing new and engaging topics for exploration.
  • Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
  • Achieved a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Increased parent satisfaction through transparent communication about academic goals and expectations for their children's progress.
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for 24 students.

Montessori Lead Primary Teacher

Montessori Academy on the Ranch
08.2018 - 06.2023
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Supported the social, emotional, and academic growth of each student through consistent encouragement, guidance, and feedback.
  • Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for 24 students.
  • Implemented age-appropriate discipline practices and guidance methods for children.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.

Montessori Primary Teacher

Montessori Schools of Irvine
08.1998 - 06.2017
  • Boosted student independence and confidence through individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s learning style.
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for 30 students.
  • Nurtured strong relationships with parents by providing regular updates on their child''s progress and offering suggestions for home-based learning activities that aligned with Montessori principles.
  • Promoted a culture of collaboration, curiosity, empathy, respect within the classroom setting by modeling these values during interactions with students.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Mentor Montessori Interns
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills in students through inquiry-based lessons that encouraged problem-solving abilities.
  • Developed individualized learning plans for each student, ensuring their unique needs were met and progress was tracked effectively.
  • Improved classroom management skills by implementing positive discipline strategies and fostering a respectful environment.

Assistant Teacher

St. John's Episcopal School
09.1995 - 06.1998
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
  • Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
  • Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
  • Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.

Education

American Montessori Society

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
06-2021

Early Childhood Education

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
12-2000

Skills

  • 30 yrs ECE Experience
  • Classroom Management
  • Classroom Organization
  • Collaboration with Staff/Parents
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Montessori Method (if applicable)

Certification

  • Mandatory Reporter
  • CPR Certified
  • Pesticide Trained


Timeline

Montessori Lead Montessori Teacher

Great Foundations
08.2024 - Current

Montessori Primary Teacher

Rancho Viejo School
06.2023 - 07.2024

Montessori Lead Primary Teacher

Montessori Academy on the Ranch
08.2018 - 06.2023

Montessori Primary Teacher

Montessori Schools of Irvine
08.1998 - 06.2017

Assistant Teacher

St. John's Episcopal School
09.1995 - 06.1998

American Montessori Society

University of California, Irvine

Early Childhood Education

Irvine Valley College

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