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Donnette Akpeere
Union,NJ
Summary
To obtain a position as a Teacher Coach. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain a position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Preschool Manager
Clinton Hill Community School
Newark, NJ
07.2022 - Current
- Managing staff, coaching and classroom management
- Working on a daily bases to support staff and students through the curriculum, assessments and daily instructional plans.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Center Director
La Casa de Don Pedro
Newark
01.2018 - 07.2022
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient operations within the center.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss department objectives and goals.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, training and supervision of staff members.
- Provided guidance on professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Analyzed data regularly to identify trends that could improve efficiency or effectiveness of services provided by the center.
Teacher
Brighter Tomorrow Childcare Academy
Newark
05.2015 - 12.2018
- Managing the classroom and preparing lesson plans
- Coaching and supporting students’ needs on a daily bases
- Providing guidance along with supporting student’s academics.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Teacher Assistant
Leaguers, Inc.
Irvington
09.2012 - 04.2015
- Assisted teachers in an early education environment prepare students ages 3 through 5 with ways to explore learning through educational materials, activities and manipulative tools.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
Sales Person
Lord & Taylor (part-time)
Livingston
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Developed eye for detail and suggested accessories to complement purchase.
- Plan promotion events, record keeping of staff schedules and stock room orders.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in product offerings.
- Gathered data on competitors' pricing, products, and promotional activities.
Teacher Assistant
Dove Community Child Care Academy
Irvington
01.1998 - 12.2010
- Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
- Organized classroom materials, including books, supplies, and equipment.
- Monitored student behavior during class time and assisted with discipline issues when necessary.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
Education
Master- Adminstration & Superivision - Education Administration
Liberty State University
Lynchburg, VA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts in Education - P-3 in Education
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Minor in Elementary Education
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ05.2011
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Kean University
Union, NJ01.2008
Skills
- Performance Assessment
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Relationship Management
- Educational Material Organization
- Data Entry
- Time Management
- Team development strategies
- Attention to Detail
References
References Are Available Upon Request.
Affiliations
- Exploring uncommon places to learn more ways to educate others
- Reading current novels about technology, science and social studies
- 5k Marathon (Funding for women who are abused)
Accomplishments
- Track- Long Distance and Relay Races for West Side High School
- Debate Committee- West Side High School
- Inspirational Poems- Christian News Articles
- Honor Role- Liberty State University
- Policy Council Committee (Early Head Start)
Timeline
Preschool Manager
Clinton Hill Community School
07.2022 - Current
Center Director
La Casa de Don Pedro
01.2018 - 07.2022
Teacher
Brighter Tomorrow Childcare Academy
05.2015 - 12.2018
Teacher Assistant
Leaguers, Inc.
09.2012 - 04.2015
Sales Person
Lord & Taylor (part-time)
01.2007 - 12.2009
Teacher Assistant
Dove Community Child Care Academy
01.1998 - 12.2010
Master- Adminstration & Superivision - Education Administration
Liberty State University
Bachelor of Arts in Education - P-3 in Education
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Minor in Elementary Education
Caldwell University
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Kean University
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteQuote
Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
Saint Thérèse de Lisieux
Interests
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