Charlesana Small
Tishomingo
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at Chickasaw Nation, skilled in curriculum planning and fostering social-emotional learning. Proven ability to enhance family engagement and adapt teaching strategies to diverse learners. Committed to creating a positive classroom environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and reliability in supporting children's developmental milestones.
Early childhood education professional with extensive experience in fostering positive and inclusive learning environment for young children. Known for implementing effective teaching strategies and building strong relationships with families and colleagues. Consistently adaptable to changing needs and committed to collaborative team efforts and achieving educational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Teacher
Chickasaw Nation
08.2022 - Current
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Implemented daily routines to create a structured learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs and enhance family engagement in education.
- Utilized educational tools and resources to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
Early Head Start Teacher
Choctaw Nation
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Fostered positive relationships with families, promoting engagement in child development activities.
- Monitored children's progress, assessing developmental milestones and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans for diverse early childhood learners.
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Chickasaw Nation
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted in implementing individualized lesson plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment for students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional skills and techniques.
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Inca Community Services
02.2016 - 09.2019
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Mentored struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.
- Supported the Head Start program''s mission by participating in ongoing professional development workshops and trainings related to early childhood education best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Intervention
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12-2026
No Degree - Certificate of Mastery in Early Education
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK05-2022
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK12-2017
Skills
- Curriculum planning
- Social-emotional learning
- First aid and CPR certified
- Creative teaching techniques
- Mandated reporter training
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Child CPR and first aid
- Reliability
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Head Start Teacher
Chickasaw Nation
08.2022 - Current
Early Head Start Teacher
Choctaw Nation
08.2020 - 08.2022
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Chickasaw Nation
09.2019 - 08.2020
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Inca Community Services
02.2016 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Intervention
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
No Degree - Certificate of Mastery in Early Education
Murray State College
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Murray State College
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