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Dominique Buffum

Worcester,MA

Summary

Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Worcester JCC Early Childhood Center
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior of over 24 students effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Instructional Assistant/ Substitute Teacher

Central Massachusetts Collaborative: Hartwell Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Assisted students in building academic, social, and self-regulatory skills in a highly structured, therapeutic day school program for students in kindergarten through third grade.
  • Addressed the individual needs of students while meeting academics aligned to the MA curriculum frameworks, Common Core standards, and PBIS.
  • Developed and presented classroom instruction and techniques while correcting and reinforcing lessons to enhance the learning and retention process.
  • Created and implemented behavior intervention plans for both the class and individual students.
  • Prepared and proctored students during MCAS testing.
  • Collaborated with support service providers, clinicians, and other educators.
  • Maintained ABA data for 12 students with all required documentation.
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.

Teacher/ Curriculum Coordinator

Sunshine Academy
07.2016 - 11.2017
  • Worked with 12 center teachers to plan and execute developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the standards for the Massachusetts Department of Education as well as the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  • Provided a safe and stimulating environment where children can develop and grow.
  • Created developmental reports and portfolios to outline children's strengths, challenges, preferences, and learning styles across all areas of development.
  • Assisted the director in enforcing classroom ratios and creating a welcoming and safe environment for children and their families.
  • Reviewed teacher performance and their children's portfolios.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Teaching Assistant

Up Up and Play Academy
05.2015 - 09.2015
  • Provided a safe, caring environment in order to encourage creativity, exploration, and social interactions for ages 3 months-6 years old
  • Facilitated imaginative play experiences by providing a wide variety of materials and resources for children to explore independently or collaboratively as a group.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, cooperation, and kindness toward all children at all times.
  • Built trust among toddlers and their families by maintaining consistent communication about daily activities, upcoming events, and any concerns that arose.
  • Continually reflected on personal teaching practices, seeking feedback from colleagues and supervisors to identify areas for improvement or growth in order to better serve the needs of young learners.
  • Worked closely with lead teacher to monitor students'' developmental milestones while identifying potential areas for growth or intervention when necessary.

Education

Masters of Education - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
12-2024

Bachelors of Arts - Early Childhood Educational Studies and Performing Arts

Wheelock College
Boston, MA
05.2016

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Student-centered learning
  • Small group instruction
  • Data-driven instruction

Certification


  • Sheltered English Immersion Certification
  • EEC Certified Infant/Toddler Teacher
  • EEC Certified Preschool Teacher
  • First Aid/ CPR Certified
  • Massachusetts Licensed Teacher PreK-2 Pending Completion of Foundations of Literacy MTEL



Timeline

Teacher

Worcester JCC Early Childhood Center
07.2021 - Current

Instructional Assistant/ Substitute Teacher

Central Massachusetts Collaborative: Hartwell Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2021

Teacher/ Curriculum Coordinator

Sunshine Academy
07.2016 - 11.2017

Teaching Assistant

Up Up and Play Academy
05.2015 - 09.2015

Bachelors of Arts - Early Childhood Educational Studies and Performing Arts

Wheelock College

Masters of Education - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University

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