Knowledgeable and skilled in teaching methods appropriate for young children with a background in general and special education curriculum while incorporating a creative environment. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and student assessment.
Taught age appropriate art techniques which were showcased in a schoolwide art show in May. Also taught music and movement and organized all holiday and graduation programs.
Lead teacher in the two, three, and four year old classrooms. Created non-traditional developmentally appropriate instructional activities while utilizing positive discipline techniques and appropriate remediation to maximize learning.
Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum for physically challenged and developmentally delayed preschool-aged children in a self-contained environment. Documented progress of yearly goals and objectives culminating in a yearly IEP review and update. Collaborated with occupational, physical, and speech therapists as well as parents to maximize progress.
Supervised classroom of two-year-old children, graduate level practicum students, and teaching assistants in a child-centered environment while promoting positive discipline. Collaborated daily with a team of early childhood professionals and parents to maximize the learning potential for the children as well as the practicum students.
I strive to create a developmentally appropriate and creative environment for children while employing positive discipline techniques and redirection to ensure safety and maximize learning