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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Gina Hamilton

Lorton,VA

Summary

Passionate educator dedicated to fostering a stimulating and supportive learning environment for young learners, with a strong commitment to the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Skilled in developing engaging, hands-on activities that promote growth and learning. Seeking to contribute my expertise to a collaborative team that values teamwork, creativity, and child-centered teaching methods.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Teacher

SAINT CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
  • Assistant teacher, four year-old classes
  • Establishes positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
  • Assists in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.

Teacher

HARVESTER TEACHING SERVICES
08.2016 - 05.2022
  • Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten - Fifth grade
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.


Teacher

SAMUEL TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.1998 - 06.2000


  • Teacher, First grade

Teacher

GEORGE MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.1997 - 06.1998


  • Teacher, First grade


Teacher

APPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.1995 - 01.1997


  • Teacher, Kindergarten


Education

Master of Curriculum and Instruction - Elementary Education

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.2005

Bachelor of Science - Education, K-8

Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PA
01.1995

Skills

  • Collaborative communication with parents
  • Skilled in behavior management strategies
  • Facilitator of child led learning
  • Enhancing social competencies
  • Dynamic classroom facilitation
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Collaborative and Team-oriented
  • Emotional support and development

Accomplishments

Completed Institute for Early Learning -48-hour Social-Emotional Certificate Program 5/25


Trained in MindUp Curriculum and Kindness Curriculum



Certification

Standard Professional, K-8, VA

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

SAINT CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL
08.2022 - Current

Teacher

HARVESTER TEACHING SERVICES
08.2016 - 05.2022

Teacher

SAMUEL TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.1998 - 06.2000

Teacher

GEORGE MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.1997 - 06.1998

Teacher

APPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.1995 - 01.1997

Bachelor of Science - Education, K-8

Bloomsburg University

Master of Curriculum and Instruction - Elementary Education

George Mason University