Dawn Ellis
Phila,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Annkids Daycare, excelling in classroom management and fostering student engagement. Leveraged innovative lesson planning and critical thinking to meet diverse needs, achieving significant improvements in student learning outcomes. Skilled in motivating students and serving diverse communities, consistently enhancing emotional well-being and academic growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Annkids Daycare
Philadelphia, PA
03.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Teacher
Little Learners Daycare
Philadelphia, PA
05.2005 - 03.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Education
Cda - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA01.2017
Early Childhood Education
Northeast High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2003
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Classroom Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Learning Strategies
- Innovative lesson planning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Student needs assessment
- Special Needs Students
- Serving Diverse Communities
Timeline
Teacher
Annkids Daycare
03.2023 - Current
Teacher
Little Learners Daycare
05.2005 - 03.2023
Cda - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
Early Childhood Education
Northeast High School