Constance Geoghegan
Natchez,MS
Summary
Experienced and well-rounded teacher with a creative approach to education. Develops engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles. Proven ability to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting student growth and achievement. Passionate about inspiring a love for learning and empowering students to reach their full potential.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Coco’s Classroom
04.2023 - Current
- Arranged creative activities to enhance educational engagement for PreK aged children.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels, using Classroom Dojo, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Trained staff regularly, guaranteeing adherence to safety standards and providing a secure environment.
- Developed advertisements and marketing campaigns, using Coco’s Classroom Facebook page.
Kindergarten Teacher
Vidalia Lower Elementary School
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Produced creative and effective educational materials for teachers, parents, and students.
- Fostered students’ individual progress, ensuring effective and productive advancement and growth.
- Created engaging learning activities, combining creativity with impactful teaching methods.
- Conducted individualized teaching sessions to foster interactive learning for each student.
- Managed several programs aimed at enhancing parent participation.
- Consistently produced a neat, colorful, and engaging classroom atmosphere.
- Regularly created and communicated academic performance documentation. Using data to improve academic performance.
- Participated in regularly scheduled parent-teacher conferences, and daily updates via Classroom Dojo.
- Reviewed course assignments and graded examinations.
- Enhanced communication with parents through eye-catching flyers and advertisements for school events.
- Developed rapport and trust among students, parents and staff.
- Designed decorative artwork that added vibrancy and color to educational spaces, school-wide.
First Grade Teacher
Trinity Episcopal Day School
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced student understanding of reading by utilizing interactive phonics exercises.
- Promoted development of critical analysis via engaging inquiry-driven activities.
- Developed collaborative lesson plans that blended elements of math, science, and social studies.
- Boosted self-esteem and life skills by encouraging effective communication, critical thinking, and conflict-resolution.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Art Teacher
Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Directed artistic projects for daily lessons and special school-wide events.
- Organized newspaper interviews to advertise community-wide artwork shows in downtown Natchez.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 5th.
- Acted as a Natchez Adams County School representative for graduate recruitment at The University of Mississippi.
- Served as Site Test Coordinator Assistant, managing standardized testing and execution of state testing procedures.
- Integrated academic content into art lessons, to improve student performance.
- Built strong, ongoing bonds with diverse families and student groups.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MSBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2014
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Reward based classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Technology integration
- Community involvement
- Alternative learning methods
- Standardized testing
- Fundraising
- Data analysis
- Empathy and patience
- Critical thinking
Additionalinformation
Well-respected for ability to take initiative, multi-task and maintain enthusiasm in the workplace. Have excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills, as well as strong accounting and mathematical computation abilities., Built close relationships with residents at Alden Pointe Assisted Living home in Hattiesburg, MS, while volunteering., Volunteered to tutor and mentor students after hours and worked closely with parents on the management of their child's homework assignments at Hawkins Elementary School.
Awards
- Golden Key International Honor Society
- Phi Theta Kappa, National Leadership Honors Society
- Tau Sigma, National Leadership Honors Society
References
- Kalandra Loyd- VLE Principal- (318) 715-0874
- Toni Lyn Martin- Natchez Middle School Principal-(601) 660-3039
- Beverly Little- CFO- (601) 249-0403 ext. 3
- Scott Gant- Plant Supervisor-1 (225) 572-8110
Professional References
- Kalandra Loyd
- Nikki Tyson
- Toni Martin
Timeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Coco’s Classroom
04.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Vidalia Lower Elementary School
08.2018 - 04.2023
First Grade Teacher
Trinity Episcopal Day School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Art Teacher
Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Southern Mississippi
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