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Belinda Schaffer

Goodman,MO

Summary

Dynamic Early Head Start Teacher with a proven track record at Economic Security Corp, enhancing parent-teacher communication and fostering social-emotional learning. Skilled in child assessment and creative lesson planning, I successfully implemented engaging activities that improved literacy rates and supported diverse learners, creating a nurturing environment that promotes growth and development.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Head Start Teacher

Economic Security Corp of SW Mo
01.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular updates on student progress and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
  • Strengthened student language skills through daily exposure to vocabulary-rich stories, songs, and conversations.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities in math, science, and creative arts to engage students fully in the educational process.
  • Promoted creativity through imaginative play activities that encouraged expression of thoughts and feelings in a supportive setting.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools and adjusted instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and abilities.
  • Developed strong relationships with families by maintaining open lines of communication about their child''s progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Improved student literacy rates by implementing engaging reading activities and strategies.
  • Increased students'' social-emotional development with age-appropriate activities focusing on empathy, self-regulation, and cooperation.
  • Reduced behavioral issues by creating a positive classroom environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet the needs of young learners.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.

Teacher Aide Early Head Start

Economic Security Corp
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Safety Monitor Head Start

Economic Security Corp
01.2023 - Current
  • Third Staff members in classroom main duties included but not limited to assuring the safety of all students in classroom and outside on playground by assisting teaching staff with lesson plans and constant line of sight monitoring.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
01.2026

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Goal setting
  • Lesson implementation
  • Special needs support
  • Child assessment
  • Mealtime supervision
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Child observation
  • Social-emotional learning
  • First aid and CPR certified

Accomplishments

Handled difficult behaviors with care and success, worked with children with Autism and the difficult behaviors when others failed.

Also proven record of toilet training every child that transitions at the age of three.

Timeline

Early Head Start Teacher

Economic Security Corp of SW Mo
01.2023 - Current

Teacher Aide Early Head Start

Economic Security Corp
01.2023 - Current

Safety Monitor Head Start

Economic Security Corp
01.2023 - Current

No Degree - Psychology

Capella University

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