Caroline Knowles
5712 Sage Hills Drive APT 2113,North Carolina
Summary
Skilled educator with strong background in early childhood development and classroom management. Focus on creating engaging, inclusive learning environments tailored to young learners' needs. Effective team collaborator who adapts to evolving situations and prioritizes achieving impactful educational outcomes. Reliable, with strong communication skills and passion for fostering students' growth and curiosity while reaming patient and empathetic to every child and family represented within the classroom.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
Charlotte, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences through developmentally appropriate curricula and activities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address individual needs.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional practices and classroom techniques.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student progress using assessments to tailor instructional methods effectively.
- Managed a safe and inclusive classroom environment by addressing conflicts promptly and enforcing school policies fairly.
- Strengthened early numeracy skills through engaging math games and activities tailored to kindergarten-age learners.
- Assessed student learning through ongoing formative assessments, allowing for targeted instruction based on individual needs.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Increased individualized attention for each student by utilizing small group instruction strategies during class time.
- Expanded cultural awareness within the classroom by incorporating diverse learning materials and celebrating various holidays throughout the year.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
Charlotte NC
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood learning.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address individual needs.
- Mentored junior teachers on best practices in early childhood education techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Promoted social-emotional learning by implementing conflict resolution strategies in the classroom.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Coordinated with other Pre-Kindergarten teachers to share resources, ideas, and best practices in order to continually improve instruction across the program.
- Enhanced students'' social skills with daily group activities focused on teamwork, cooperation, and respect for others.
- Improved student behavior and classroom management through effective communication and consistent enforcement of rules.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open lines of communication about their child''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Mentored new teachers by providing guidance, support, and feedback on their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Established a positive classroom culture where students felt comfortable taking risks in their learning without fear of failure or judgment from peers.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by aligning curriculum materials, lesson plans, assessments, and reporting processes.
- Fostered a love for reading by creating a comfortable and inviting reading area for students to explore books independently or as part of guided instruction sessions.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised 18 4-5 year olds through entire school day.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
Charlotte NC
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Crafted innovative lesson plans focused on student engagement while adhering to state educational standards.
- Designed and enforced classroom management protocols to cultivate an environment conducive to student participation and discipline.
- Nurtured positive connections with students and families to promote effective learning outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance through ongoing assessments and modified teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated efforts with peers to disseminate best practices and elevate teaching techniques.
- Established a nurturing classroom setting that promoted innovative thinking and hands-on exploration among students.
- Utilized various educational technology tools to create dynamic and interactive learning opportunities for students.
- Achieved effective lesson delivery and curriculum implementation through strategic planning. Developed and monitored personalized learning plans, enhancing student engagement and progress.
- Facilitated targeted phonics instruction and guided reading sessions to foster significant improvements in student reading abilities.
- Identified and addressed children's unique physical, emotional, and social needs to enhance individual development.
- Nurtured collaborative partnerships with students and families to ensure a secure and supportive educational experience.
- Created and communicated clear expectations and routines to improve classroom discipline and student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergartern Early Childhood Development
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12-2021
Minor in Special Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12-2021
Skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Early reading
- Creative teaching strategies
- Early childhood development and Education
- Project-based learning
- Special needs support
- Language development
- Literacy instruction
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
Licensed Kindergarten Teacher.
Certification in Early Childhood Development and Education (through University Coursework).
Timeline
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
08.2025 - Current
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
08.2023 - 06.2025
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Starmount Academy of Excellence
11.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergartern Early Childhood Development
Appalachian State University
Minor in Special Education
Appalachian State University