Caring Teacher with expertise in behavior modification and extensive experience in modernizing classrooms for long-term student success. Dedicated to individualized student care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Kinder Academy
01.2024 - Current
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Assistant Director
The Goddard School of Chagrin Falls
02.2017 - 11.2023
Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Lead Teacher preschool
YOUNG EXPLORERS
06.2015 - 02.2017
2018 Presidents Award Winner
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Kindergarten Teacher
Creative playrooms
07.2010 - 09.2015
Professional Development in Education
Kindergarten Teacher
Grace Lutheran School
06.2007 - 06.2010
Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Lead Teacher
North Central State College Child Development Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
Assisted full-time staff in toddler rooms as part of the work-study program
Lead teacher in toddler room
Childtime
06.1998 - 12.1998
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.
Lead teacher for after-school children
Kid R Us
03.1998 - 06.1998
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.
Lead teacher of kindergarten children
Kids R Us
11.1997 - 03.1998
2018 Presidents Award Winner
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Masters In Education - Education
Ashland University
Mansfield, OH
01.2002
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
The Ohio State University
Mansfield, OH
01.2000
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Training
Management
Microsoft Office
Filing
Organizational Skills
Retail sales
Childcare needs
Lesson Planning
Activity Planning
Classroom Management
Child Development
Behavior Modeling
Parent-Teacher Communication
Safety awareness
Key decision making
Parent-teacher collaboration
Lesson development
Staff Development
Educational leadership
Training and mentoring
Differentiated Instruction
Teacher Training
Cultural Competency
IEP support
Curricula development
Group and individual instruction
Standards Development
Compliance understanding
Student Records Management
Instructional Methods
Behavior Management
Curriculum Implementation
Critical Thinking
Small Group Instruction
Motivating students
Learning Strategies
Positive Role Model and Mentor
Community involvement
Curriculum Development
Student-Centered Learning
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Student evaluations
Social-Emotional Learning training
Performance Assessments
Alternative Learning Methods
Faculty Collaboration
Student rapport
Group Instruction
Certification
CPR
Child care
Teaching
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Additionalinformation - Keyqualifications
Certified in Elementary Education (K-3)
Plan and instruct each subject area using wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.
Incorporate learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction. Develop and conduct intergrade activities.
Implement technological approaches to subject material.
Research educational resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.
Streetaddress
Chagrin Falls
Personal Information
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Timeline
Director
Kinder Academy
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Director
The Goddard School of Chagrin Falls
02.2017 - 11.2023
Lead Teacher preschool
YOUNG EXPLORERS
06.2015 - 02.2017
Kindergarten Teacher
Creative playrooms
07.2010 - 09.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Grace Lutheran School
06.2007 - 06.2010
Lead Teacher
North Central State College Child Development Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
Lead teacher in toddler room
Childtime
06.1998 - 12.1998
Lead teacher for after-school children
Kid R Us
03.1998 - 06.1998
Lead teacher of kindergarten children
Kids R Us
11.1997 - 03.1998
Masters In Education - Education
Ashland University
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
The Ohio State University
CPR
Child care
Teaching
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