Ciara D. Thomas
Temple Hills,MD
Summary
Compassionate Lead Teacher for Two-Year-Olds Classroom experienced in supporting infants, toddlers, and elementary school students in diverse educational settings. Achieved student growth through effective classroom management, developmental milestone tracking, and creative curriculum development. Focused on fostering a nurturing learning environment that promotes curiosity and engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher – Two-Year-Old Classroom
Children’s Learning Center
Waldorf, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Develop and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities that foster two-year-old students' curiosity and engagement.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that supports early childhood development.
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and language development through daily instruction and play-based learning.
- Manage classroom routines, behavior guidance, and daily schedules.
- Facilitate ongoing communication with parents to provide insights into student progress and classroom dynamics.
- Conduct daily observations and compile reports to track developmental milestones and inform instructional strategies.
Instructional Assistant – Kindergarten
Patrick Henry K-8 School
Alexandria, USA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported students in small group and one-on-one learning environments.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one learning, enhancing student understanding and engagement.
- Promoted literacy, math, and social development skills through targeted reinforcement activities.
- Assisted in various classroom activities to support student learning. maintain classroom organization and positive student behavior.
Child Care Aide
Shining Stars Learning Center
Bowie, USA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised infants and toddlers in individual and small group settings to foster a nurturing environment.
- Provided care and developmental learning experiences to support children's growth and readiness for future education.
- Supervised infants and toddlers individually and in small groups.
- Maintained daily records and ensured a safe classroom environment to promote children's well-being.
Personal Home Caregiver
EverNest Home Care
Alexandria, USA
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Delivered personalized care to enhance clients' comfort and well-being at home.
- Supported clients with meal preparation, housekeeping, errands, and daily living activities to promote independence.
- Delivered compassionate client care in a home setting.
Education
Associate of Arts - Teaching (A.A.T.)
Prince George’s Community College
Bowie State University
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Behavior Guidance
- Early Literacy Support
- Developmental Assessments
- Student Supervision
- Group lesson support
- Early Childhood Software
- Parent Communication
- Team Collaboration
Certification
Phlebotomy Technician Certification, 150 Hour Completion Program, University of the District of Columbia
Additional Qualifications
- ParaPro Assessment Passing Score: 456
- Experience working with early childhood and elementary students
- Strong communication and classroom support skills
Timeline
Lead Teacher – Two-Year-Old Classroom
Children’s Learning Center
10.2023 - Current
Instructional Assistant – Kindergarten
Patrick Henry K-8 School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Child Care Aide
Shining Stars Learning Center
05.2021 - 01.2022
Personal Home Caregiver
EverNest Home Care
05.2019 - 11.2019
Associate of Arts - Teaching (A.A.T.)
Prince George’s Community College
Bowie State University
University of Maryland Eastern Shore