Erica Pease
South Hadley,MA
Summary
As a dedicated and professional nature-based kindergarten teacher, I excel in organization and possess a deep understanding of child development and best practices. I am committed to meeting children where they are and tailoring my approach to meet the diverse needs of each student, fostering an environment where all children can thrive.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Children First Childcare Center
Granby, MA
12.2004 - Current
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Provided emotional support for students who were struggling socially or academically.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavioral issues.
- Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction into daily lessons in order to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Assisted students in developing critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises.
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMASS
Amherst, MA05-2011
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Social-emotional learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Child Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Classroom Organization
- Curriculum Development
- Student assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Director 2 certified through the Department of Education and Care.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Children First Childcare Center
12.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMASS
- Director 2 certified through the Department of Education and Care.
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