Breanna Dangerfield
Bolingbrook
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Development Teacher with expertise in curriculum planning and social emotional learning. Develops engaging, play-based classroom environments that foster collaboration among students, families, and colleagues. Guided students to excel in child development assessments, demonstrating commitment to educational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Maine South High School
Park Ridge
08.2023 - Current
- Guided students in applying developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood classrooms, enhancing their practical understanding.
- Supervised student participation in preschool practicum, enabling hands-on observation and interaction with young children to deepen learning.
- Model responsive interactions and effective classroom strategies used in early childhood settings.
- Facilitated activities and discussions that illustrated how learning environments foster young children's development, promoting critical thinking.
- Teach high school students foundational concepts of child development, including physical, cognitive, and social emotional growth.
Student Teaching
Lisle Senior High School
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed weekly lesson plans aligned with state standards, ensuring curriculum relevance and effectiveness.
- Facilitated interactive activities for 40 students, enhancing engagement and collaboration in small groups of 12-15.
- Provided individualized support to IEP students, enhancing their understanding of FCS concepts.
- Taught three FCS-related courses "child development, food prep, and advanced foods".
Assistant Teacher
Katie's Kids Learning Center
Bloomington
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate lessons for children ages two through five.
- Fostered Reggio Emilia inspired classroom environment, enhancing exploration, creativity, and collaboration.
- Built positive relationships with children and families to support a welcoming classroom community.
- Organized and maintained safe, engaging classroom spaces, promoting play-based learning.
- Facilitated social emotional development through guided play and responsive interactions.
Clinical Experiences
Parkside Jr. High School Mclean County Unit 5
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Coordinated lesson plans to tailor instruction for each child's learning abilities, promoting individualized growth.
- Engaged students through three well-produced lesson plans, fostering understanding of key FCS topics.
- Collaborated with CT on classroom tasks and clarified overall expectations to support student success.
Clinical Experiences
Ed-Bird Tutoring
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Built rapport with student and parent to foster supportive learning environment.
- Designed virtual spelling games to enhance child's vocabulary development.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Executed daily operational tasks with precision at the workplace.
Clinical Experiences
Oak Park River Forest High School District 200
03.2020 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with instructor to align on daily agenda activities and clarify student accountability expectations.
- Facilitated small group instruction to ensure effective student-teacher ratios.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Clinical Experiences
Morton High School District 201
Cicero
03.2020 - 04.2020
- Delivered interactive lessons to foster student participation and comprehension.
- Led individual cooking activities to develop students' practical skills and confidence in the kitchen.
- Analyzed FCS program dynamics from alternative perspectives to enhance understanding and engagement.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Teacher Education
Illinois State University
Bloomington, IL05-2022
Skills
- Child development practices
- Child assessment
- Assessment Techniques
- Curriculum Planning
- Play Based Learning
- Classroom Environment Design
- Classroom Management
- Social emotional support
- Family Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship building
Certification
ECE Credential Level 1
Timeline
Early Childhood Development Teacher
Maine South High School
08.2023 - Current
Student Teaching
Lisle Senior High School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Clinical Experiences
Parkside Jr. High School Mclean County Unit 5
01.2021 - 03.2021
Clinical Experiences
Ed-Bird Tutoring
09.2020 - 12.2020
Clinical Experiences
Oak Park River Forest High School District 200
03.2020 - 04.2020
Clinical Experiences
Morton High School District 201
03.2020 - 04.2020
Assistant Teacher
Katie's Kids Learning Center
08.2019 - 01.2022
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Teacher Education
Illinois State University