CHRISTOPHER TOWNES
Brooklyn
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Uncommon Schools Inc.
08.2020 - Current
- Worked with fellow educators to help empower children’s upcoming minds
- Worked within multiple age groups from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade within all subjects and curriculums, such as mathematics, science, reading, phonics, social studies and history, and writing.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Youth Developmental Counselor
Good Shepherd Services - New York, NY
02.2018 - Current
- Working through ACS and Child Services to service Adolescent Children within low income economic communities, as well as, building family partnerships and servicing guidance and internal communications with troubled youth.
Lead Teacher
Inner Force Tots Inc
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Instructed students in all areas of academics ranging from Science, Mathematics, Geography, History, English, Writing, Art, Music, Health, and more
- Highly Skilled in effective classroom management
- Has worked with many different ages, ranging from Toddler to Pre-Kindergarten.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
H.E.S Summer Camp Counselor and After School Program
Camp Institution
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Interacted with over 300 children youth in Junior Division as a Head Counselor of Group
- Created Two Unit Activity Plans to promote healthy living environments for children
- Instructed and guided children through various academics, areas inside the Camp Institution, as well as, outside areas on trips.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Education
St. Joseph's College
Brooklyn, NY05.2014
High School Diploma -
St. John's Preparatory School
Astoria, NY06.2010
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Developmental Needs
- Classroom Management
- Remedial Program Design
- Behavioral Modeling
- Individualized Support
- Self-Esteem Boosting
- Lesson Planning
Additional Information
Good Listener Team-player Organized Reliable/Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Word; light typing. Cooperative in the Field of the classroom/children oriented environments
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Uncommon Schools Inc.
08.2020 - Current
Youth Developmental Counselor
Good Shepherd Services - New York, NY
02.2018 - Current
Lead Teacher
Inner Force Tots Inc
01.2014 - 01.2020
H.E.S Summer Camp Counselor and After School Program
Camp Institution
01.2014 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
St. Joseph's College
High School Diploma -
St. John's Preparatory School
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