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APRIL GROSE

Spokane,WA

Summary

Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings 9 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach. Also caring Teacher with expertise in behavior modification and extensive experience in modernizing classrooms for long-term student success. Dedicated to individualized student care. I utilize Conscious Discipline as a way to make a classroom run efficiently while creating and maintaining positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Community Colleges Of Spokane
04.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

Associate Teacher

Community Colleges Of Spokane
12.2016 - Current
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Used Conscious Discipline to fidelity asnd strive to learn morenting diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Used diversified strategies for instruction and immersion to help students engage in classes.
  • Used Conscious Discipline to fidelity and strive to learn more

Education

Early Childhood Certificate -

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Spokane, WA

Bachelor of Arts - Children's Studies, Minor in Addiction Counseling

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
08.2023

Skills

  • Family Involvement
  • Conscious Discipline
  • Activity Planning
  • Class Engagement
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Behavior Management
  • IEP support

Accomplishments

Using Conscious Discipline as a foundation is important. I was one of six classrooms in all of Head Start to be chosen to be coached by a national trainer of Conscious Discipline.

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Community Colleges Of Spokane
04.2023 - Current

Associate Teacher

Community Colleges Of Spokane
12.2016 - Current

Early Childhood Certificate -

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Bachelor of Arts - Children's Studies, Minor in Addiction Counseling

Eastern Washington University
APRIL GROSE