Courtney Mckenzie
Academy of the One
lakeland,FL
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated lead teacher with strengths in lesson planning, classroom management, and parent-teacher collaboration. Expertise in conflict resolution and behavior modeling fosters a nurturing environment that promotes toddler development.
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
2 Years 6 Months- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for toddlers, promoting emotional development.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans focusing on cognitive and motor skills.
- Coordinated daily activities to enhance social interactions among children.
- Mentored junior staff in classroom management techniques and child engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to address developmental concerns and provide guidance on at-home activities.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and best practices for toddler care.
- Enhanced curriculum by integrating sensory play and hands-on learning experiences for toddlers.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
- Supported language acquisition efforts by introducing new vocabulary words during daily conversations.
- Implemented early literacy strategies through engaging storytimes and interactive reading sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's developmental milestones, using this information to plan future lessons and provide personalized support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
- [Number] GPA3.6
FCCPC - CDA
High School Diploma
Skills
Childcare requirements
Activity planning
Lesson development
Classroom management
Childcare needs
Developmental assessments
Staff development
Parent-teacher communication
Family engagement
Conflict resolution
Behavior modeling
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Academy of the One
2024.02 - CurrentRead More
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education
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Florida Central of Institute of Training
FCCPC from CDA
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Westover High School
High School Diploma
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