Grace Martin
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Accomplished Preschool Teacher with 3 years of experience. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans, fostering a nurturing classroom environment, and supporting early childhood development. Objective is to secure a teaching position that allows for continued positive impact on young learners by instilling a love of learning, promoting teamwork, and ensuring academic success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Center Preschool
Wichita Falls, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines
- Strengthened student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students
- Developed classroom curriculum, activities, and instructional materials centralized around weekly theme
- Established positive relationships with parents through consistent communication, resulting in strong home-school connection for each child
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in classroom environment
- Participated in professional development activities and stayed up-to-date with latest research and best practices in early childhood education
- Utilized technology and digital resources to enhance instruction and student engagement
BSN Student Clinical Rotations
Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk, VA
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff and patients
- Administered close patient care, including checking vital signes and checking telemetry
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physician's instructions
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcomes
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support and compassion
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members
Pediatric Home Health Care Aide for Preschooler
Meghan Alexander
Carrollton, VA
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
- Provided enrichment activities to provide stimulating environment to encourage and promote learning
Junior Volunteer - Child Life Specialist
Children's Hospital Of The Kings Daughters
Norfolk, VA
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families cultures, values and needs
- Managed safety and security of all children under care
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
- Developed lessons and activities to promote physical and emotional development
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information
- Followed all policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety
Education
Certification - Alternate Teaching Certificate Program
ITeach Texas
Wichita Falls, TXBachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Applied Arts And Sciences
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX08.2023
Skills
- Literacy and Numeracy Teaching Strategies
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management
- Fine motor skills development
- Social-emotional learning
- Communication and Listening Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- CPR Certified
- Brightwheel (LMS)
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Center Preschool
08.2021 - Current
BSN Student Clinical Rotations
Norfolk General Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2021
Pediatric Home Health Care Aide for Preschooler
Meghan Alexander
08.2018 - 12.2019
Junior Volunteer - Child Life Specialist
Children's Hospital Of The Kings Daughters
06.2016 - 09.2017
Certification - Alternate Teaching Certificate Program
ITeach Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Applied Arts And Sciences
Midwestern State University