Gladys Amachree
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Distinguished Early Childhood Educator from Page Learning Academy, adept at fostering collaborative learning and enhancing student engagement through interactive teaching. Excelled in creating inclusive environments, boosting social skills by 30%, and maintaining strong parent-teacher communication. Skilled in student assessment and classroom management, demonstrating flexibility and reliability in fast-paced settings.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Piazza
09.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Contributed to the improvement of overall classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for student behavior.
- Adapted quickly to unfamiliar classrooms, establishing rapport with students while maintaining continuity in their educational experience despite teacher absences.
- Developed engaging and interactive lessons to foster a love of learning in students, sparking their curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students by celebrating progress and effort, instilling confidence in young learners as they navigated new academic challenges.
- Provided targeted interventions for struggling students, supporting their unique educational needs while fostering a sense of belonging within the classroom community.
- Assisted in designing and maintaining an inviting, age-appropriate learning environment that encouraged creativity and exploration.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress, addressing concerns or questions promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop appropriate lesson plans, ensuring a comprehensive curriculum tailored to young learners' needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction, providing individualized attention and support to enhance learning outcomes for each child.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress reports, and other essential documentation according to school policies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based activities and hands-on projects for early childhood education.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through fostering positive classroom environments and promoting healthy peer interactions.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols throughout daily routines, creating safe spaces for young learners both indoors and outdoors during recess times.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
Toddler Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Supported children during transitions between activities or environments by providing clear instructions and guidance as needed.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
Early Childhood Educator
Page Learning Academy
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
Education
No Degree - Child Development
Compton Community College/ Santa Ana College
Compton, CABachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Benin
Benin City, Nigeria10-1984
Skills
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Parent and student communication
- Excellent classroom management
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Family involvement
- Reporting and documentation
- Effective listening
- Flexible and adaptive
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Igbo
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Piazza
09.2018 - Current
Toddler Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
06.2016 - 09.2018
Early Childhood Educator
Page Learning Academy
07.2015 - 06.2016
No Degree - Child Development
Compton Community College/ Santa Ana College
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Benin
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