Emily MacMillan
East Granby,CT
Summary
Attentive and creative early childhood educator passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social, and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experience by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional, and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Annie Fisher STEM Magnet School
Hartford, CT
08.2023 - Current
- Planned and implemented customized lessons to cater to diverse student needs.
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
First Grade Teacher
St. Stanislaus School
Chicopee, MA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered dynamic lessons in reading, writing, and social studies to a large first-grade class of 40 students while collaborating with a co-teacher responsible for math and science instruction.
- Created a classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st-century skills development.
Pre-K 4 Teacher
CREC Ana Grace Academy of the Arts
Bloomfield, CT
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Assessed student progress through observation, documentation, and portfolio review.
Early Childhood Instructor
CREC Soundbridge
Wethersfield, CT
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities for hearing impaired and typical children aged 3-5 years old.
- Provided listening and language support to hearing impaired and typical children in tandem with the teacher for the hearing impaired.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure open communication about their child's progress.
Violin Instructor
Music And Arts Center
Avon, CT
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Provided individual instruction to students of all ages in a one-on-one setting.
- Developed lesson plans based on student's skill level and interests.
- Explained music theory concepts such as scales, chords, intervals, and harmony.
Education
ARC Graduate - Birth-Kindergarten
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Lasell College
Auburndale, MA06-1999
Skills
- CT Teaching certification #112 Birth-K
- Lesson Planning
- Excellent classroom management
- Early Childhood Development
- Multicultural education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Multimedia Instruction
- Team Teaching
- Google Classroom, ParentSquare, SeeSaw
- Creative and Resourceful
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Instructional technology
Accomplishments
- Shining Star Award for excellence in teaching at CREC
Affiliations
- Violinist
Certification
- CT #112 certification
- CPR and First Aid certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Annie Fisher STEM Magnet School
08.2023 - Current
First Grade Teacher
St. Stanislaus School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Pre-K 4 Teacher
CREC Ana Grace Academy of the Arts
08.2021 - 06.2022
Early Childhood Instructor
CREC Soundbridge
11.2018 - 06.2021
Violin Instructor
Music And Arts Center
08.2015 - 08.2018
ARC Graduate - Birth-Kindergarten
Charter Oak State College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Lasell College
- CT #112 certification
- CPR and First Aid certified
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