Edna Brown
Belleville,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
SIUE Head Start /Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
01.2015 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- 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.
YWCA Head Start , Lead Teacher
YWCA Metro St. Louis
08.2008 - 09.2013
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Direct Care Specialist
Don Bosco Children's Center
06.2004 - 03.2008
- Assist residents with daily care, provide therapeutic activities for severely traumatized and neglected children ages 6 -12 years old. Provide crisis intervention. Supervise and transport residents to fieldtrips, and doctor's office visits.
- Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
Child Care Teacher
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
01.1992 - 05.2003
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
- Assisted in creating a welcoming, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes the social emotional well-being and academic growth for all children.
- Observed and assess children to identify individuals in need of additional support or an early intervention and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Communicate effectively with families and facilitate a positive relationships.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILMaster of Arts - Elementary Education
Ashford University, Clinton IA
Clinton, IA12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Clinton, IA05.2013
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Decision-Making
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Timeline
SIUE Head Start /Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
01.2015 - Current
YWCA Head Start , Lead Teacher
YWCA Metro St. Louis
08.2008 - 09.2013
Direct Care Specialist
Don Bosco Children's Center
06.2004 - 03.2008
Child Care Teacher
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
01.1992 - 05.2003
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Ashford University, Clinton IA
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
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