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 Augustine05.2017
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
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