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Elizabeth Palmer

Lakeland,Florida

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs. Proactive and caring worker with 15 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated Teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of the children in the classroom . Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead VPK Teacher

Revive Academy Preschool
08.2023 - 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.
  • Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
  • Established strong connections with local community organizations, resulting in valuable partnerships and resources for the VPK program.
  • Boosted parent involvement through regular communication regarding student progress and upcoming events.

Preschool Teacher

First Steps Preschool
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Pre K Teacher

Hands and Heart in Motion
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming
  • Developed activities that foster social and emotional development
  • Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.

Cashier

Skate World Lakeland
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Run the skate room ,floor guard, prepare the food or drinks, host Birthday Parties and private parties
  • Followed guidelines for safe serving, appropriate temperatures, and proper presentation.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Cafeteria Worker

Polk County School Board
04.2022 - 05.2022
  • Maintained tools, equipment, and surfaces in clean, neat, and working order
  • Performed work to top standards, providing the best service for students, employees, and school visitors
  • Prepared food according to recipe instructions to manage regular school meals.

Cashier

Hobby Lobby
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
  • Worked a flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.

Cashier

Publix Grocery Store
07.2007 - 08.2021
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
  • Worked a flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

Associate Of Arts In cosmetology -

Ridge Technical College
Haines City, FL
06.1983

High School Diploma -

Lake Gibson Senior High School
Lakeland, FL
06.1982

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Team building
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Responsible
  • Good listening skills
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Customer Service
  • Quick learner and am very dependable
  • Teacher Training
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Classroom Organization
  • Classroom Management
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Lesson Planning
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Relationship Building
  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers

Careerobjective

08/2022, 02/2023, Pre K Teacher, Hands and Heart in Motion, Lakeland, FL

Additional Information

I have taken the CDA class. All I need is to be observed in the class room and to take my test. I do have my Cpr and my First Aid. I also have my 45 hours. Plus more hours.

Timeline

Lead VPK Teacher

Revive Academy Preschool
08.2023 - Current

Preschool Teacher

First Steps Preschool
03.2023 - 08.2023

Pre K Teacher

Hands and Heart in Motion
08.2022 - 02.2023

Cashier

Skate World Lakeland
05.2022 - 08.2022

Cafeteria Worker

Polk County School Board
04.2022 - 05.2022

Cashier

Hobby Lobby
06.2021 - 09.2021

Cashier

Publix Grocery Store
07.2007 - 08.2021

Associate Of Arts In cosmetology -

Ridge Technical College

High School Diploma -

Lake Gibson Senior High School
Elizabeth Palmer