Bridgette Breen
Wellsville,KS
Summary
Montessori Teacher and Program Director with 13 years of teaching experience centered in Montessori philosophy. Strong classroom management skills with American Montessori Society training through the Kansas City Center of Montessori Education and certification in Early Childhood Education to promote Kansas Department of Education Early Learning Standards. Creative, industrious and dedicated to developing and sustaining highest quality educational environment for children.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Coordinator
Happy Campers Montessori School
De Soto, Kansas
06.2024 - Current
- Guided new hires in developing a proven early-childhood curriculum to implement in the classroom.
- Worked between the existing school and newly opened location to ensure ongoing consistency in the Montessori curriculum.
Lead Montessori Teacher
Happy Campers Montessori School
06.2011 - Current
- Prepared a safe, educational, and inclusive learning environment with materials according to montessori pedagogy, children's personalized interests, and KDHE regulations.
- Built positive relationships with families to educate and partner in the development of their children including in-person conversations, regular parent-teacher conferences, and daily Brightwheel messages and photos.
- Mentored new teachers in Montessori philosophy and best practices, helping them acclimate to the school environment quickly.
- Supported and guided assistant teachers to achieve desired goals set forth for children.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans, and classroom activities based on developmental readiness and Kansas Early Learning Standards in physical health, social and emotional development, communication and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and creative arts.
- Maintained thorough records and observations of each child's academic progress.
- Developed conflict-resolution and critical thinking skills among students through role-play exercises and group discussions teaching peaceful communication strategies.
- Implemented innovative behavioral strategies, adapting to unique learning styles, temperaments, and social/emotional needs of children.
- Promoted creativity by incorporating art, music, and movement into daily lessons aligned with Montessori principles.
- Created hands-on materials for students to use and have concrete ideas of parables and 'fruits of the Spirit.'
Program Director
HCMS (formerly Christots Montessori School)
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and collaboration for children's success.
- Frequently met with parents to resolve conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children, families, and teachers.
- Complied with local agencies and state licensing regulations on policies, procedures, and systems through diligent monitoring, accurate documentation, and timely reporting for health and safety of children.
- Maintained safe and healthy environments for children and staff to thrive during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Implemented Love and Logic discipline strategies and oversaw classroom management to ensure respectful relationships between children and teachers.
- Scheduled and conducted interviews for potential new-hires and orientation for new staff members for seamless integration with current staff and policies.
- Coordinated volunteer activities offering meaningful family involvement opportunities while enhancing program visibility.
- Organized all-school events, functions, and music programs to build and strengthen community and trust amongst families and staff members.
- Scheduled and conducted regular staff meetings fostering open exchange discussing new ideas for children's academic and behavioral development, ongoing program feedback and suggestions for improvements.
- Offered ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to foster continuous growth and improvement for highly educated educators.
- Increased enrollment numbers by developing effective marketing strategies such as social media and positive search engine reviews.
- Coordinated and reviewed curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Implemented extra-curricular programs such as music, art, and Stretch-n-Grow classes.
- Furnished facility with child-friendly supplies and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Oversaw monthly menu to ensure healthy, balanced food options following standard guidelines.
- Looked after Nature Explore certified outdoor classrooms, chickens, and goats.
- Managed financial records via QuickBooks and Paychex and assisted funding via fundraising events.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Curriculum Coach
Christots Montessori School
Shawnee, KS
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Worked alongside fellow Montessori teachers to guide them through new ideas for materials and classroom management.
- Encouraged teachers to develop new ways of classroom management through teacher-made materials based on current educational standards while keeping true to the Montessori philosophy.
- Supported teachers by creating a curriculum fit for their individual class needs, backed by traditional Montessori standards.
Education
Program Director of Up To 100 Children - Early Childhood Education
Kansas Department of Health And Environment
Olathe06.2018
Associates in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Kansas City Center of Montessori Education
Westport, KS05.2015
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
Shawnee Mission, KS05.2013
Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Curriculum Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multitasking and Organization
- Outdoor Learning Activities
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator
Happy Campers Montessori School
06.2024 - Current
Program Director
HCMS (formerly Christots Montessori School)
03.2019 - 04.2021
Curriculum Coach
Christots Montessori School
06.2016 - 08.2019
Lead Montessori Teacher
Happy Campers Montessori School
06.2011 - Current
Program Director of Up To 100 Children - Early Childhood Education
Kansas Department of Health And Environment
Associates in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Kansas City Center of Montessori Education
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
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