Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
Generic

Devonya Givens

Oxford,FL

Summary

At Amazing Grace Early Learning Center, to excelled as a Lead Teacher by fostering a nurturing environment that promoted curiosity and learning. Leveraging skills in creative teaching strategies and effective communication, enhanced student engagement and facilitated significant improvements in social-emotional development. Having commitment to professional growth and parent-teacher collaboration has consistently driven positive outcomes in early childhood education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Amazing Grace Early Learning Center
09.2018 - 03.2024
  • Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
  • Organized successful parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student progress and set goals for future growth.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education, translating new knowledge into practical classroom applications.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that connected various subject areas.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to the unique interests of three-year-olds, promoting curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.

Sales Associate

Ross Dress for Less
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Augustine High School
Saint Augustine
05.2017

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Creative Teaching Strategies
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Classroom Management
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Social Skills Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Creative Thinking
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
  • First Aid Certification
  • National Early Childhood Credential
  • Staff Credential
  • FCCPC

Additional Information

*I am very familiar with conscious discipline and have used it to make my classroom room run more effectively by helping with problem solving and understanding difficult behaviors.

*I love photography,Art, and music

* I am always looking for ways to learn and Grow in my career

Timeline

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Amazing Grace Early Learning Center
09.2018 - 03.2024

Sales Associate

Ross Dress for Less
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
  • First Aid Certification
  • National Early Childhood Credential
  • Staff Credential
  • FCCPC

High School Diploma -

St. Augustine High School
Devonya Givens