Elizabeth Spry
Doylestown,OH
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at Tree of Life Preschool, specializing in effective classroom management and compliance monitoring. Skilled in creating customized lesson plans that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Proven ability to build strong relationships with parents and staff, fostering a supportive and nurturing educational environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Administrator/Head Teacher
Tree of Life Preschool
Doylestown, Ohio
06.2015 - 06.2026
- Managed day-to-day operations of Doylestown United Methodist Church's outreach preschool, ensuring a nurturing environment for children's growth.
- Directed budgeting and resource allocation for educational materials and supplies, optimizing resources to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with peers, parents, preschool board members, and church staff to foster a supportive community and enhance preschool programs.
- Developed lesson plans that were easily adapted to all skill levels in my classroom.
- Made sure preschool and employees followed all state laws and regulations.
- Encouraged a positive learning atmosphere through positive reinforcement techniques.
Head Teacher/Assistant Teacher
Little People Preschool
New Franklin , Ohio
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Conducted assessments that identified student progress and tailored support to individual needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to enhance collaborative learning environment.
- Organized educational activities that fostered social and emotional growth in students.
Title I Tutor Second Grade
Woodridge Local Schools
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Created personalized lesson plans to address individual student needs and enhance learning engagement.
- Tracked student progress and adapted instructional strategies to optimize understanding and retention.
Infant Head Teacher
Decker Child Development Center
09.2003 - 06.2004
- Identified and supported children with emotional, health-related, or developmental concerns, promoting their overall well-being and growth.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps to track developmental progress and inform individualized care.
- Reviewed educational materials to ensure alignment with developmental standards and goals, fostering an effective learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio06-2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Educational assessment
- Compliance monitoring
- Staff collaboration
- Parent engagement
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Preschool Administrator/Head Teacher
Tree of Life Preschool
06.2015 - 06.2026
Head Teacher/Assistant Teacher
Little People Preschool
09.2011 - 06.2015
Title I Tutor Second Grade
Woodridge Local Schools
08.2004 - 06.2005
Infant Head Teacher
Decker Child Development Center
09.2003 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kent State University