April Jones
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Early Childhood Education who is well-equipped to interact with children birth-5th grade by providing engaging activities, learning opportunities, and overall fun.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
09.2019 - Current
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
05.2017 - Current
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted lead teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
Curriculum Specialist
Georgetown Hill Early School
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Evaluated existing curricula and made recommendations for revisions, resulting in improved learning outcomes.
Play Floor Teacher
Gymboree Play & Music
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Implemented pre-made weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Education
Masters in Education - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Albright College
Reading, PA05.2013
Skills
- School Programs
- Positive Interactions
- Support Services
- Group Assistance
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Emotional Support and Development
- Monitoring
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Medical Administration Certified (Birth-5th grade)
- 90 Hour Preschool Certification
- 45 Hour School Age Certification
- ADA Certification
Timeline
Curriculum Specialist
Georgetown Hill Early School
07.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
09.2019 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
05.2017 - Current
Play Floor Teacher
Gymboree Play & Music
11.2016 - 06.2017
Masters in Education - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Albright College
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