Angela McClure

As Dedicated Executive Director and founder of Pleasant HIlls Montessori School in Ellijay, Ga. I have over 30 years of experience in Early Childhood and Montessori Education. Skilled in School leadership, curriculum development, and fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment for children ages 3-12 years old. Seeking to leverage my expertise to continue driving the success and growth of PHMS.

• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
• Mentored new teachers in the Montessori philosophy and best practices, helping them acclimate to the school environment more quickly.
• Implemented assessment tools that accurately measured student progress, allowing for targeted interventions when needed.
• Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating Montessori teaching methods and hands-on learning experiences.
• Organized field trips and extracurricular activities, connecting classroom lessons to real-world experiences for enhanced learning opportunities.
• Developed conflict resolution skills among students through role-playing exercises and group discussions on effective communication strategies.
• Streamlined record-keeping processes to efficiently track student growth, allowing for more accurate evaluations and targeted support.
• Developed individualized learning plans for each student, ensuring their unique needs were met and progress was tracked effectively.
• Managed classrooms of varying sizes while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere conducive to learning and exploration.

• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

• Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
• Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
• Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
• Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.

• Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
• Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
• Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
• Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.