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Angela Keller

Rockford,IL

Summary

Accomplished Early Childhood Teacher with a proven track record at Rockford Public Schools #205, excelling in play-based learning and parent-teacher communication. Expert in fostering academic and social development through innovative classroom organization and lesson planning. Demonstrated success in enhancing student learning outcomes through effective group and individual instruction. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Rockford Public Schools #205
2014.08 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.

Early Childhood Teacher

Circles of Learning
2000.08 - 2014.08
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.

Education

Endorsement - Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1)

Rockford University
Rockford, IL
08.2024

Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
05.2019

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Aurora University
Aurora, IL
05.1998

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Outdoor Play
  • Science Exploration
  • Mathematics Concepts
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Lesson Planning

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Rockford Public Schools #205
2014.08 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Circles of Learning
2000.08 - 2014.08

Endorsement - Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1)

Rockford University

Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

National Louis University

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Aurora University
Angela Keller