Angelia Peterson
Carlisle
Summary
Dedicated Teacher Associate with expertise in classroom management and child development. Proven ability to foster positive learning environments and build strong relationships with students and families.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Associate
Drake University Head Start
Norwalk, IA
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing curriculum and lesson plans for diverse classrooms.
- Supported classroom management strategies to foster positive learning environments.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Attended home visits and conferences alongside lead teacher to address children's developmental needs and progress.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional skills and techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues for a well-rounded educational experience.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Set up breakfast, lunch and snack for students daily following CACFP guidelines
- Stayed up-to-date with all trainings and certifications
Home Visitor-New Parent Program
Lutheran Services In Iowa
Des Moines, IA
03.2016 - 06.2024
- Facilitated home visits to assess family needs and provide support services.
- Coordinated resources and referrals to community programs for enhanced family support.
- Educated families on child development, health, and available services within the community.
- Maintained records of client care by documenting visits and interviews and preparing reports of evaluations and observations.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, connecting families with appropriate supports and resources to address immediate needs.
- Assessed child progress using standardized tools, identifying areas of concern and adjusting interventions accordingly.
- Strengthened parent-child relationships through modeling effective communication and interaction techniques.
- Monitored progress towards goals, adjusting plans based on ongoing assessments.
FSRP Worker
Children and Families of Iowa
Des Moines, IA
05.1998 - 02.2016
- Facilitated safe and supportive supervised visitations for families in crisis.
- Documented observations and progress reports to inform case management decisions.
- Collaborated with social workers to ensure compliance with court-ordered visitation guidelines.
- Advocated for children's needs while maintaining impartiality in challenging situations.
- Evaluated progress towards reunification goals regularly, adjusting service plans as necessary to address challenges or barriers encountered along the way.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central College
PellaSkills
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- Friendly and outgoing
Timeline
Teacher Associate
Drake University Head Start
07.2024 - Current
Home Visitor-New Parent Program
Lutheran Services In Iowa
03.2016 - 06.2024
FSRP Worker
Children and Families of Iowa
05.1998 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central College