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Chelsea Combs

Honaker,VA

Summary

Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Ballad Health Early Learning Center
02.2024 - Current
  • At the Early Learning Center, I am a classroom teacher for the preschool ages
  • I set lesson plans for my students to implement activities for their developmental needs to gauge their interest with learning new activities.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.

Teacher's Assistant

Ballad Health Early Learning Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Day Support Instruction

Cumberland Mountain Community Services
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Developed written plan of services in conjunction with program participants.
  • Evaluated diagnostic data to determine eligibility and needed services.
  • Delivered planned services in context of guidance relationship with supportive counseling.
  • Worked directly with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
07.2026

Associate of Science - Education

Southwest Virginia Community College
12.2023

Skills

  • Communicate
  • Fast learning
  • Time management
  • Prioritization
  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Technology Integration

Additional Information

  • I am a fast learning and hard worker. I fully dedicate myself to my work and I am always finding ways to improve. I work hard to ensure I am properly equipped whether it be physically or mentally for whatever task is at hand.
  • Communication: I am easy to communicate with and I communicate well with others. I consider this one of my stronger values about myself.
  • Leadership: I am able to respect and follow the direction of those in charge, but I am also capable of leading others and being able to take charge of situations.

References

  • Ashley Collins, (276) 608-9183
  • Becky Townes, (276) 254-2110
  • Adriane Presley, (276) 385-0299



Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Ballad Health Early Learning Center
02.2024 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Ballad Health Early Learning Center
02.2024 - 05.2024

Day Support Instruction

Cumberland Mountain Community Services
02.2018 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix

Associate of Science - Education

Southwest Virginia Community College
Chelsea Combs