Demetrice Gant
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Dynamic PreK Prep Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Small Wonders Child Development Center, excelling in classroom management and child development. Spearheaded innovative lesson planning techniques, enhancing academic growth and social skills among diverse learners. Achieved a notable increase in parent-teacher collaboration, ensuring a 30% improvement in student emotional well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK Prep Lead Teacher
Small Wonders Child Development Center
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Pathway Of Lakeland Inc
04.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Treehouse Preschool Academy
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Little Leapers Learning Center
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education Management
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05.2026
High School Diploma -
West Area Adult/Community School
Lakeland, FL01.2008
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Safety awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Child Development
- Behavior Modeling
Timeline
PreK Prep Lead Teacher
Small Wonders Child Development Center
03.2020 - Current
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Pathway Of Lakeland Inc
04.2017 - 12.2019
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Treehouse Preschool Academy
04.2014 - 07.2016
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Little Leapers Learning Center
01.2009 - 01.2014
No Degree - Early Childhood Education Management
Florida State College At Jacksonville
High School Diploma -
West Area Adult/Community School
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