Desiree Hill
WEST HEMPSTEAD,NY
Summary
Experienced Pre-K teacher with nine years in education, including five years with the NYC Department of Education. Skilled in creating nurturing, engaging learning environments that support young children's development. Passionate about fostering growth and collaborating with parents and the community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Department Of Education
, NEW YORK
11.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Developed lesson plans based on state standards to ensure academic rigor.
- Assessed student progress through observation, documentation, and portfolio review.
Pre K Teacher
Laurelton Academy ( DOE)
Queens , NY
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Nyack College
Nyack, NY05-2013
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Progress Reporting
- Student assessment
- Classroom Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Reporting and documentation
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
Affiliations
- PTA board member of West Hempstead ( Program coordinator)
- Girls Scout Leader
- Fundraiser Leader for Bombers Baseball Team
Certification
- Wilson Language Training ( Fundation)
- New Your School Age Care Credential
- Anti-bias Education in Early Childhood
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Department Of Education
11.2021 - Current
Pre K Teacher
Laurelton Academy ( DOE)
09.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Nyack College