Devon Madden
M
Lindenwold,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Education
Laurel Tree Academy
Lumberton , NJ
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Reviewed and refreshed weekly curriculum with faculty members to continuously improve quality of instruction.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational program and curriculum.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 100 students and 18 instructors.
Head Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
Mt. Laurel, NJ
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Lead Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
Mt. Laurel , NJ
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Guided teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Chose optimum curriculum for class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA 08.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Education administration
undefinedTimeline
Director of Education
Laurel Tree Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Head Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
08.2015 - 08.2021
Lead Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
05.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education
University of Scranton
08.2001 - 05.2005
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