CHRISTINA MOCK
Zebulon,North Carolina
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 5 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-k Teacher
Selma Elementary School
11.2022 - Current
- Input data into software such as TS GOLD, ECATS, and Google data forms
- Schedule and host IEP meetings for students and families
- Assisted and supervised 15 children throughout entire school day.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- 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.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- 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.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Instructional Assistant
Selma Elementary School
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Promoted a culture of respect and inclusion within the classroom, fostering positive relationships among students from diverse backgrounds.
Peer Mentor/Tutor
Rasmussen University
12.2018 - 11.2022
- Input tracking data into Rastrack system
- Complete spreadsheets to capture data of students working with peer mentors
- Create presentations on relevant topics to use during tutor training meetings
- Creating user-friendly videos on WebEx to help new students adjust to online learning
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
- Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Served as a role model for fellow students, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Connected mentees with academic resources such as tutoring services or workshops when needed to improve performance levels.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Counseled 10 students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
Sales Representative
Sactacular Holdings
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
I/DD Para-Professional
ACI Support Specialist
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Provided individual services for people with developmental disabilities in the home/community
- Assisted the consumer in daily life activities, such as cleaning and work on site, bathing the consumer, escorting the consumer on orders and appointments, escorting the consumer on daily excursions
- Reported progress and discussed plan modifications in daily communication logs
- Reported with consumers and guardians on long and short-term objectives
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
I/DD Para-Professional
Restoration Family Services Inc.
11.2015 - 09.2016
- Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance
- Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor
- Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses or physiotherapists
- Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services
- Reason for leaving: Schedule Conflicts
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual to enable positive learning outcomes.
Early Intervention Specialist
Meredith Autism Program
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Worked with the Director using Discrete Trial Teaching and Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Utilized occupational, psychological, and behavioral therapy to help increase student development
- Researched, recorded, and organized data sets of the client’s behavior and skills
- Performed various tasks, under a strict schedule, in order to meet group objectives and client goals
- Communicated efficiently and worked professionally with the client’s team and parents, to monitor the client’s development
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs, informing the creation of targeted intervention plans.
- Enhanced child development by implementing individualized early intervention strategies and techniques.
Education
Birth to Kindergarten License - Teacher Residency
MT. Olive University
Mount Olive, NC01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Rasmussen University
Lake Elmo, MN11.2022
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Development
Rasmussen University
Lake Elmo, MN06.2020
Some College (No Degree) - English
Meredith College
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and more Adept computer, organization, project management, and professional communication skills Excellent at building and maintaining rapport with others
Other Skills:
- Progress Monitoring
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Health and Safety
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Assessment Strategies
- Progress Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Child Supervision
- Special Needs Support
- Student Records Management
Certification
- Early Childhood Certification (2019)
- CRLA’s International Peer Educator Training Program Certification requirements for Mentor, Level I (2021)
Teaching Courses
- Foundations of Child Development
- Early Childhood Education Exploration I: Knowledge Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction Health, Safety, and Nutrition/CDA Application
- Early Childhood Education Exploration II: Planning Guiding Children's Behavior
- Early Childhood Education Exploration III: Reflection The Exceptional Child
- Observation and Assessment in ECE Infant and Toddler Development Summative Project for ECE Dynamics of the Family
- Parent Education and Support Language and Literacy
- Advanced Principles and Perspectives of child development Early Childhood Education: Environments and Play Theory Supporting Professional Practices in ECE
- Planning with a Purpose Intentional Teaching Practices
- Child Development Ages Birth-Three Child Development Ages Three -Five
- Beyond the Basics of Health, Safety, and Nutrition Technology and Developmentally Appropriate Practices Positive Behavior Guidance for Young Children
- Observation and Assessment for Effective Curriculum Planning ECE: Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years
- ECE: Diversity and Social Justice
- Supporting Exceptional Children and Families ECE: Advocacy, Research, and Policy
- ECE: Leadership Capstone
Timeline
Pre-k Teacher
Selma Elementary School
11.2022 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Selma Elementary School
08.2021 - 11.2022
Peer Mentor/Tutor
Rasmussen University
12.2018 - 11.2022
Sales Representative
Sactacular Holdings
09.2017 - 01.2019
I/DD Para-Professional
ACI Support Specialist
04.2016 - 12.2017
I/DD Para-Professional
Restoration Family Services Inc.
11.2015 - 09.2016
Early Intervention Specialist
Meredith Autism Program
09.2012 - 08.2013
Birth to Kindergarten License - Teacher Residency
MT. Olive University
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Development
Rasmussen University
Some College (No Degree) - English
Meredith College
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