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Briley Backstrom

Tupelo,MS

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Proven ability to foster collaborative and nurturing environment, adapting to diverse student needs. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans, promoting social skills, and securing a safe and inclusive learning classroom.

Offering 20 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with students, parents/guardians, and administrators.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-K Teacher

Harrisburg Baptist Church Day School
08.2010 - Current
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor play time in schedule each day.
  • Assessed student progress recorded in individual files and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Regularly communicated with parents about their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
  • Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Supported HBC Day School as a certified Child Care Director Designee in the absence of the Director.
  • Received HBC 20 year Service Award in 2024

Pre-K Teacher Assistant Part- Time

Harrisburg Baptist Church Day School.
02.2004 - Current
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

TPSD
02.2007 - 01.2010
  • Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and overall progress throughout the school year.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.

Student Worker in Human Resources

TPSD
12.2006 - 01.2007
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while performing various clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning, or faxing documents.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Mississippi
University, MS

Associate of Arts - Education

Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS

High School Diploma -

Tupelo High School
Tupelo, MS

Skills

  • Early learning program development
  • Classroom organization
  • Development of age-appropriate curriculum
  • Engaging instructional techniques
  • Child development assessment
  • Supporting emotional and social skills
  • Engagement through play activities
  • Fine motor skill enhancement
  • Conducting student needs assessments
  • Facilitating communication with parents and administrators
  • Child CPR certification
  • Effective time management

Timeline

Pre-K Teacher

Harrisburg Baptist Church Day School
08.2010 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

TPSD
02.2007 - 01.2010

Student Worker in Human Resources

TPSD
12.2006 - 01.2007

Pre-K Teacher Assistant Part- Time

Harrisburg Baptist Church Day School.
02.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Mississippi

Associate of Arts - Education

Northeast Mississippi Community College

High School Diploma -

Tupelo High School

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