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Erin Probst

Summary

Dynamic Preschool/VPK Teacher with a proven track record at Tutor Time Learning Center, Little Temples learning center and Montessori school at fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills through creative lesson planning. Skilled in parent-teacher communication and classroom management, I successfully enhanced student engagement and increased parental involvement, creating a nurturing and organized learning environment. Teach students demonstration by mentor and creativity to achieve their endeavors.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

VPK Teacher

Little Temples
03.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
  • Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Let's Be Friends Academy
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Prepared pre-class materials.
  • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
  • Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Reggio emilia curriculum

VPK Teacher

Tutor Time Learning Center
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Increased parent involvement by maintaining open communication lines and hosting regular conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Provided individualized support for students facing academic challenges, developing targeted intervention plans for improved outcomes.
  • Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
  • Promoted literacy skills among students with engaging reading materials tailored to their interests and abilities.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, implementing classroom management strategies for effective behavior modification.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.

Administrative Assistant/Lead Teacher

Ms. Vanessa Block Center
07.2021 - 04.2022
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
  • Enhanced communication within office, establishing weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and achievements.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
  • Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Education

Associate In Arts - Education

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08.2014

Associate In General Studies - Education

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08.2014

Skills

  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Child assessment
  • First aid and CPR
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Safety procedures
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Parent communication
  • Activity planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Curriculum planning
  • Early childhood education
  • Adept at working with special needs children
  • Daycare management
  • Student records management
  • Special education
  • Elementary education
  • Afterschool program leadership
  • Head start programs
  • Certified in early childhood education
  • Observational skills
  • Effective listening
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Arts and crafts aptitude
  • Calm and patient
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Child CPR and first aid
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Creative thinking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Play-based learning
  • Computer proficiency
  • Caring and empathetic demeanor
  • Communicating with parents and teachers
  • Clear and direct communication
  • Data entry
  • Event planning
  • Reggio emilia curriculum
  • Montessori school

Certification

CNA

Director

VPK

CPR

Procare program

Online program to help parents to make payments and communicate their concerns. Curriculum programs and staff records. Daily news, daily reports

Timeline

VPK Teacher

Little Temples
03.2024 - Current

Lead Preschool Teacher

Let's Be Friends Academy
10.2023 - 03.2024

Administrative Assistant/Lead Teacher

Ms. Vanessa Block Center
07.2021 - 04.2022

VPK Teacher

Tutor Time Learning Center
05.2021 - 06.2022

Associate In Arts - Education

Joliet Junior College

Associate In General Studies - Education

Joliet Junior College

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