Annette Gomillion
Andalusia,AL
Summary
Educator with extensive experience at First Steps Early Childhood Learning Center, specializing in age-appropriate lesson planning and fostering positive learning environments. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through creative strategies and effective classroom management. Skilled in assessing developmental needs and promoting social-emotional growth, ensuring a holistic educational experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
First Steps Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promote early childhood development and learning outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Used GOLD as an assessment and analysis tool.
- Promoted social-emotional skill development through structured play and group activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs and enhance their educational experience.
- Used the Teaching Strategies Curriculum and the Frog Street Curriculum.
Consultant
ITutor
09.2019 - Current
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Worked with average of one to six students per class
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
Consultant
VipKid
12.2018 - Current
- Combined students' personal interests with lesson objectives to create student-specific activities
- Communicated with students using several online learning platforms, webcams and headphones
- Assessed current reading levels and planned optimal educational strategies to help students improve English skills
Homeschool Educator
Self Employed
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records
- Created and developed lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both group and individual work
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits
Customer Service Specialist
Citel
08.2006 - 10.2008
- Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting adherence to operational best practices and company policies
- Compiled customer feedback and recommended service delivery improvements to management
- Verified accuracy of customer account information and updated when necessary
- Requested escalation for unresolved issues
- Assessed and offered solutions to improve procedures and customer experiences
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and web-based platforms
- Conferred with customers about concerns with products or services to resolve problems and drive sales
Prevention Specialist
South Central Alabama Mental Health Center
08.2002 - 10.2004
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting
- Maintained drive and determination to obtain personal and team objectives and goals
- Greeted clients and guests professionally and courteously to cultivate and maintain welcoming atmosphere
- Provided excellent service to guests and employees
Teacher
Sparta Academy
09.1998 - 05.2000
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Troy, AL05.1998
Associate of Science - Cosmetology
MacArthur Technical School
Opp, AL05.1992
Skills
- Technological instruction
- Positive learning environment
- Positive reinforcement
- Creative learning strategies
- Student-centered learning
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Student motivation
- Child development
- Testing and grading
- Verbal and writing communication
- Positive and encouraging
- Self-motivated
- Adult education
- Time management
- Classroom management
- Elementary education
- ESL- English as Second Language
- TEFL certification
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
First Steps Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2024 - Current
Consultant
ITutor
09.2019 - Current
Consultant
VipKid
12.2018 - Current
Homeschool Educator
Self Employed
08.2012 - 05.2013
Customer Service Specialist
Citel
08.2006 - 10.2008
Prevention Specialist
South Central Alabama Mental Health Center
08.2002 - 10.2004
Teacher
Sparta Academy
09.1998 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Troy University
Associate of Science - Cosmetology
MacArthur Technical School