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Brittany Russell

Canoga Park,CA

Summary

Enthusiastic early childhood educator with experience in developing a rich curriculum and providing individualized support. Committed to building engaged, curious, and empathetic communities of children and families through open communication and collaborative learning.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Evergreen Community School
Santa Monica, CA
07.2023 - Current
  • Built a curriculum based on observations of children and long-term investigative project themes developed in collaboration with colleagues and the pedagogical team.
  • Established strong connections with families through daily documentation and communication.
  • Kept a record of evaluative progress throughout the year to assess the growth and needs of individual children.

Founding Lead Teacher

The Growing Place - SMC Early Childhood Lab School
Santa Monica, CA
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Worked with co-founding teachers to create a welcoming environment and collaborative culture for the new site and new families.
  • Co-constructed schedule and curriculum in toddler classroom.
  • Mentored colleagues, assistant teachers, and Santa Monica College students in working in a constructivist philosophy.

Teacher

Palisades Preschool
Santa Monica, CA
02.2014 - 09.2020
  • Provided a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment to encourage children's exploration and curiosity.
  • Cultivated trusting and collaborative relationships with children and families.
  • Sought to strengthen the community within the classroom and school through empathy, respect, and collaborative work.
  • Identified early signs of emotional, developmental, and health needs in children and created plans for intervention with parents.
  • Regularly attended and participated in hosting professional development workshops locally and nationally.

Education

Certificate of Achievement-Preschool -

Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA
2012

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development, ECE Concentration

Pacific Oaks College
Pasadena, CA

Skills

  • Creative and observant
  • Professional and proactive
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Parent and caregiver communication
  • CPR/First-Aid certified
  • Time management
  • Excellent collaborative skills
  • Enthusiasm for continued learning

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Evergreen Community School
07.2023 - Current

Founding Lead Teacher

The Growing Place - SMC Early Childhood Lab School
06.2021 - 08.2022

Teacher

Palisades Preschool
02.2014 - 09.2020

Certificate of Achievement-Preschool -

Los Angeles Pierce College

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development, ECE Concentration

Pacific Oaks College

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