Deborah McCarthy
Grovetown,GA
Summary
Early Childhood Educator devoted to preparing children for a successful educational career. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
St. Teresa Of Avila Mother's Day Out
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Organized special events such as field trips, holiday celebrations, performances and guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure students achieved academic growth consistently across all areas of development.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
VBS Preschool Leader
St. Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with church leadership to align VBS programming with overall ministry goals and objectives.
- Inspired creativity in children through innovative arts, crafts, music, and drama activities during VBS sessions.
- Established welcoming environments in each classroom through thoughtful organization of space, materials, and decorations relevant to the theme of the program.
- Ensured seamless transition between different activities throughout the day while maintaining an organized schedule.
- Provided opportunities for older youth members to take on leadership roles, fostering a sense of responsibility and ownership in the program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
St. Mary of The Woods
St. Mary Of The Woods, INSkills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
Timeline
VBS Preschool Leader
St. Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
06.2017 - 06.2023
Preschool Teacher
St. Teresa Of Avila Mother's Day Out
08.2015 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
St. Mary of The Woods
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