Dorothy Windham Larkin
Teacher
Decatur,Ms.
Summary
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program and learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Parkview Elementary School, Meridian
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
Headstart Teacher
Mississippi Action for Progress
03.2011 - 08.2018
- Increased student participation by implementing interactive and hands-on learning activities.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Promoted social-emotional development in students by incorporating character education lessons into daily curriculum.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support throughout their first year of teaching at Head Start.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Contributed to the school''s continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and community outreach events.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Head Start Teacher
Pearl River Head Start
01.2001 - 09.2011
- Increased student participation by implementing interactive and hands-on learning activities.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Promoted social-emotional development in students by incorporating character education lessons into daily curriculum.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Contributed to the school''s continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and community outreach events.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- 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.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Education
Specialist of Education - Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, Ms05.2021
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS04.2016
Master of Science - Technology Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Childcare And Family Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS08.2011
Associate of Science - Child Development
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS07.1999
Skills
- Planning
- Student Records Management
- Class room management
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Team work
- Leadership
- Mentoring
Affiliations
- Member,National Education Association, 1998-Present
- WHO'S WHO Association
- Epsilon Pi Tau
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Parkview Elementary School, Meridian
08.2018 - 05.2020
Headstart Teacher
Mississippi Action for Progress
03.2011 - 08.2018
Head Start Teacher
Pearl River Head Start
01.2001 - 09.2011
Specialist of Education - Education
Jackson State University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jackson State University
Master of Science - Technology Education
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science - Childcare And Family Education
Jackson State University
Associate of Science - Child Development
East Central Community College
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