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Denise Smith

Clifton,CO

Summary

Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Preschool Teacher/Director

School District 51
08.2012 - 01.2025
  • Created a positive classroom atmosphere with routines and structure that promote security and confidence.
  • Organized hands-on learning experiences to encourage curiosity and exploration in young children.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to cultivate respect and cooperation among students.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.

Director

Wishes & Dreams Child Care
05.2010 - 08.2012
  • Cultivated high-performing teams by implementing leadership development programs.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives for enhanced market positioning.
  • Engaged teams in change processes to minimize resistance and promote acceptance.
  • Streamlined workflows to boost productivity across multiple functions.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Sales Representative

Share Colorado
03.2004 - 05.2012
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Collaborated with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for increased brand awareness.
  • Fostered collaborative environment, sharing best practices among sales team.
  • Participated in trade shows and conferences to network and generate leads.

Office Manager/Secretary

Bowers Oil & Gas
03.1980 - 05.1988
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Developed and enforced office policies that aligned with company values and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University, Pheonix, AZ
05.2022 - Current

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood

Colorado Northwestern Community Collage, Rangely, CO
05-2010

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Child development
  • Positive reinforcement

    Other Skills

    10 key proficient

    Microsoft Word and Excel

    Familiar with writing worksheets

Timeline

Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Arts, Early Childhood Special Education
05.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher/Director - School District 51
08.2012 - 01.2025
Director - Wishes & Dreams Child Care
05.2010 - 08.2012
Sales Representative - Share Colorado
03.2004 - 05.2012
Office Manager/Secretary - Bowers Oil & Gas
03.1980 - 05.1988
Colorado Northwestern Community Collage - Associate of Arts, Early Childhood

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