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Dena Adams

Decatur,AL

Summary

My love for child development began in High School and has guided my career. Currently, I am pursuing my Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood/ Elementary Education. I am trained in TS Gold platform for assessment and planning, experienced in Heggerty literacy curriculum, and skilled in leading small group instruction with Hand2Mind math curriculum.

My teaching philosophy centers on setting high expectations while ensuring that instruction is developmentally appropriate.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-K Auxiliary Teacher

Morgan County Schools
Decatur, Alabama
08.2019 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
  • Supported lesson planning by preparing instructional materials and resources.
  • Supervised students during recess and other non-classroom activities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
  • Helped implement educational programs aligned with school curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with staff to address student needs and behavioral challenges.
  • Participated in training sessions to learn effective teaching strategies and practices.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
  • Supervised small groups of students during activities, field trips, and other events.
  • Assisted in planning field trips, assemblies, guest speakers. which are designed to enrich student learning experiences.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and guardians.
  • Created assessments and evaluation tools to measure student performance levels.
  • Maintained effective communication with teachers, staff members, parents, and administrators.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
  • Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.

Pre-K Teacher

Church Street Academy Preschool
Decatur, AL
10.2008 - 05.2019
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
  • Assisted in creating a nurturing classroom environment that promotes social interaction.
  • Implemented daily routines to enhance children's cognitive and motor skills development.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address concerns effectively.
  • Monitored children's behavior and guided them in resolving conflicts peacefully.
  • Organized educational activities that fostered creativity and exploration among students.
  • Supported classroom management by maintaining a structured and organized space.
  • Participated in staff meetings to share ideas and improve teaching strategies collaboratively.
  • Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Managed classroom materials and resources effectively to maximize instructional time.

Secretary

Cheerleaders by Tish
Decatur, Alabama
09.1990 - 01.2002
  • Managed scheduling and appointments for staff and clients effectively.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for important documents and records.

Education

High School Diploma -

AP Brewer High School
Somerville, AL
05-1990

General Studies

Calhoun Community College
Decatur

Elementary Education

Athen State University
Athens, AL

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Educational technology
  • Behavioral management
  • Child development

References

Teresa Letson  

Church Street Academy  123 Church Street Decatur, Al  35601

256-353-0423

Reesa Chittam

19195 Moyers Road, Athens , Al 35611

256-318-9058

Timeline

Pre-K Auxiliary Teacher

Morgan County Schools
08.2019 - Current

Pre-K Teacher

Church Street Academy Preschool
10.2008 - 05.2019

Secretary

Cheerleaders by Tish
09.1990 - 01.2002

High School Diploma -

AP Brewer High School

General Studies

Calhoun Community College

Elementary Education

Athen State University

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