Demetra Hawkins
Detroit
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings 8 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Start Lead Teacher
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
01.2023 - Current
- Used Kaymbu, ChildPlus, and ASQ to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 17 students.
- Organized activities utilizing HighScope curriculum to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Directed and supervised team in classroom setting; promoting optimal supervision and active learning support
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
GSRP Lead Teacher
Childtime Of Dearborn
10.2021 - Current
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student to aide in transition to kindergarten
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Lead Head Start Teacher
New St Paul Head Start Agency
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Instruct and supervise children from ages 3-5 in social and developmental activities
- Provide timely snacks and bathroom breaks
- Organize and sanitize classrooms and prepare meals and activities
- Participate in group activities and after school programs
- Engaged in social and physical extracurricular activities while providing a safe and fun environment
Associate Teacher
University of Michigan North Campus Children's Center
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Instruct and supervise children from ages 3-5 in social and developmental activities
- Provide timely snacks and bathroom breaks
- Organize and sanitize classrooms and prepare meals and activities
- Participate in group activities and after school programs
- Engaged in social and physical extracurricular activities while providing a safe and fun environment
- Documentation, planning, and providing provocations and resources to children and their families
- Engaging in professional development and weekly team meetings
Child Care Assistant
Ann Arbor Children's House Montessori
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Instruct and supervise children from ages 3-5 in social and developmental activities
- Provide timely snacks and bathroom breaks
- Organize and sanitize classrooms and prepare meals and activities
- Participate in group activities and after school programs
- Engaged in social and physical extracurricular activities while providing a safe and fun environment
Child Care Student Aide
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY'S CHILDREN'S INTITUTE
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Instruct and supervise children from ages of 18 months to adolescents in social and developmental activities
- Provide timely snacks and bathroom breaks
- Organize and sanitize classrooms and prepare meals and activities
- Participate in group activities and after school programs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Children and Families in w/ Music
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MIHigh School Diploma - undefined
Detroit School of Arts
Detroit, MISkills
- Childcare
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Early Childhood Education
Accomplishments
- Courses in Children's Literature
- KDP Literacy Alive Project (January 2018-June 2018)
Affiliations
- December 2021 to December 2022 Michigan Internet
- Kappa Delta Pi (KDP)- Delta Chapter International Education Society Student Member of the Michigan Education Association 2017-2018
Certification
- ASHI First Aid Certification December 2021- December 2023
- Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT) Background Check Member of the Eastern Michigan University
Timeline
Head Start Lead Teacher
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
01.2023 - Current
GSRP Lead Teacher
Childtime Of Dearborn
10.2021 - Current
Lead Head Start Teacher
New St Paul Head Start Agency
09.2019 - 10.2021
Associate Teacher
University of Michigan North Campus Children's Center
09.2018 - 05.2019
Child Care Assistant
Ann Arbor Children's House Montessori
09.2018 - 12.2018
Child Care Student Aide
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY'S CHILDREN'S INTITUTE
08.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Children and Families in w/ Music
Eastern Michigan University
High School Diploma - undefined
Detroit School of Arts
- ASHI First Aid Certification December 2021- December 2023
- Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT) Background Check Member of the Eastern Michigan University
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