Brittany Slifer
Early Education
Crossville,TN
Summary
Passionate educator with a strong focus on creative teaching strategies and hands-on learning experiences. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and improving literacy rates through tailored lesson plans and effective communication with families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead VPK Teacher
Apple Tree Academy
Palm City, FL
03.2024 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to assess student progress and address individual learning needs.
- Mentored junior teachers in classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented effective disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Organized educational activities that promoted hands-on learning experiences for children.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and adjusted curriculum accordingly.
- Expanded curriculum to incorporate STEM topics, increasing interest in science and technology fields.
- Promoted a love of reading by incorporating diverse literature selections into daily lessons and creating an inviting classroom library space.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on teaching methods and early childhood education research findings.
- Boosted parent involvement through regular communication regarding student progress and upcoming events.
- Established strong connections with local community organizations, resulting in valuable partnerships and resources for the VPK program.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing phonics-based instruction and interactive activities.
- Increased attendance rates through proactive outreach to families experiencing challenges or barriers to attending school regularly.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Enhanced student engagement with hands-on projects that fostered critical thinking skills.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
VPK Teacher's Assistant
Hobe Sound Early Learning Center
Hobe Sound, FL
06.2020 - 02.2024
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans for VPK curriculum.
- Collaborated with staff to identify individual student needs and tailor instruction accordingly.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive, inclusive environment for students' social and emotional growth.
- Organized and maintained educational materials, ensuring accessibility for both teachers and students.
- Enhanced learning experiences through interactive activities that promote creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Coordinated parent communication regarding student development, reinforcing home-school connections for enhanced learning outcomes.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, role-playing, and other creative activities.
- Supported VPK teacher in managing classroom behavior, implementing consistent rules and consequences for all students.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Aided students with special needs by providing individualized support and accommodations as needed.
- Participated in professional development workshops and trainings, continuously improving teaching skills and staying informed of best practices within the field.
After-School Teacher
Indiantown Elementary
Indiantown, FL
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated after-school activities that enhanced teamwork and social skills among participants.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Mentored new staff on best practices for classroom management and student engagement.
- Organized community events to strengthen school relationships and promote student involvement.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, a healthy, a healthy, safe environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented a program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in education and refining teaching skills.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing varied teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to 60 children.
Shift Leader
Dunkin' Donuts
Port St. Lucie Florida
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and optimal customer service.
- Trained and mentored new team members on best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to reduce waste and enhance product availability.
- Monitored food safety standards to maintain compliance with health regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, enhancing overall satisfaction ratings.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.i
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL05.2016
High School Diploma -
Martin County High School
Stuart Florida06.2014
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Creative teaching strategies
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Student mentorship
- Fine motor skills
- Gross motor skills
- Time management skills
- Cash management
- Health and hygiene
- Reliability and punctuality
- Classroom excellence
- Customer service excellence
- Activity planning
- Lesson planning
- Developmental assessments
- Cash register operation
- Physical development
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
Lead VPK Teacher
Apple Tree Academy
03.2024 - 05.2026
VPK Teacher's Assistant
Hobe Sound Early Learning Center
06.2020 - 02.2024
After-School Teacher
Indiantown Elementary
04.2016 - 06.2017
Shift Leader
Dunkin' Donuts
06.2014 - 04.2016
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
Martin County High School