Douglas Hansen
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with a proven track record at West Seattle Montessori, excelling in child development and classroom management. Expert in fostering parent-teacher collaboration and implementing innovative lesson plans to enhance student success. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles, significantly boosting engagement and achievement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
West Seattle Montessori
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Montessori Educator, Curriculum Development
Sammamish Montessori School
08.2002 - 08.2015
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to address behavioral issues effectively and encourage self-regulation skills.
- Monitored student progress using ongoing assessment tools, adapting instruction as needed to meet individual needs.
- Utilized diverse teaching approaches tailored to various learning styles, ensuring all students had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that integrated multiple subjects, enriching the learning experience for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University, Hayward
Hayward, CASkills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
AMS Montessori Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Lead Teacher
West Seattle Montessori
08.2016 - 10.2022
Montessori Educator, Curriculum Development
Sammamish Montessori School
08.2002 - 08.2015
AMS Montessori Teaching Certificate
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University, Hayward
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