Family Time, Painting, Plants, love the beach and anything RELAXING
Christina Rhoten
Sonoma,California
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Sunshine Preschool, enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Excelled in parent-teacher communication and behavior modification, significantly improving student engagement and participation. Skilled in both childcare needs and oral communication, adept at fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Proactive and caring worker with 2.5 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Energetic Assistant Teacher committed to encouraging intellectual, social and emotional development in children. Hands-on experience assisting in lesson planning, preparing classroom for activities and assisting children with toileting and meal needs. Certified in ECE Assistant Preschool Teaching. Dedicated Assistant Teacher who provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
I am seeking and ready to maintain a part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills, thank you.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
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1
Language
Work History
Lead Teacher
Sunshine Preschool
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance for each students.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Taught student classrooms with varying teaching methods and elevated.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Began to conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading to increase student literacy.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations.
Assistant Teacher
NBCC Preschool
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, helping students understand areas of improvement and celebrating their achievements effectively.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Assistant Teacher Certification - ECE For Preschool
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA04.2021
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Behavior Management
- Oral communication
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Modification
- Learning support
- Skills Development
- Teaching strategies
- Behavior Modeling
- Instructional support
Accomplishments
- Supervised(assisted) team of 12+ staff members.
- Documented and resolved getting assistance for a special needs child after I was injured and resigned due to the ineffectiveness in the beginning, but led to a special needs class put in place by the school district.
- Achieved my Assistant Teacher Certification by completing with 14 ECE units with accuracy and efficiency and the desire to carry on when I'm able to.
Certification
- Certified Assistant Teacher, Napa Valley College, but willing to carry on education when the time presents itself.
- Mandated Reporting Training - Took two years ago & always willing to retake.
- CPR Certified Training.
- Food Handling Safety Training- Willing to retake whenever needed.
- Pesticide Training- it was 2 years ago so I will be very willing to retake it.
Keeping up with my family.
Family is VERY important to me. I'm a mother of two, a 1st grader & a 7th grader, I'm a wife as well as a homemaker. My father has been slowly dying so that's the main reason I resigned at Sunshine Preschool. My duty as a mother, a wife, and a daughter are what makes me willing to accept a part-time position. My daughters are BOTH very active in the performing arts with thanks to our Auntie Diana & Uncle Roger Rhoten.
Quote
"When you GET, GIVE. When you LEARN, TEACH."
Dr. Maya Angelou
"Once You Stop Wanting to LEARN that WILL be a VERY SAD DAY."
I believe one is NEVER too old to learn and I love how Dr Maya Angelou has SO many good quotes and believes in the TEACHING of MANY....For ME Preschool is the BEST, I love to watch children LEARN and achieve, it's as though one is watching the working of the inside of a machine getting going, it's very fascinating.
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it TODAY." Dr Maya Angelou
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balancePaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsInterests
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Sunshine Preschool
08.2023 - 10.2023
Assistant Teacher
NBCC Preschool
04.2021 - 10.2022
Assistant Teacher Certification - ECE For Preschool
Napa Valley College
- Certified Assistant Teacher, Napa Valley College, but willing to carry on education when the time presents itself.
- Mandated Reporting Training - Took two years ago & always willing to retake.
- CPR Certified Training.
- Food Handling Safety Training- Willing to retake whenever needed.
- Pesticide Training- it was 2 years ago so I will be very willing to retake it.
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