Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Hannah S. Spooner

Clifton Park,NY

Summary

Experienced Montessori Teacher with 7 years of implementing Montessori philosophy. Strong classroom management skills with AMS training and certification in Infants/Toddlers. Known for creativity, industriousness, and commitment to creating a high-quality educational environment for children.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
09.2024 - Current

At Roots And Wings Montessori, I created a dynamic learning environment for toddlers, emphasizing the Montessori philosophy. My role involved designing engaging activities that promote independence and curiosity in children aged 18 months to 3 years. I successfully enhanced parent communication, resulting in improved satisfaction and trust in our educational approach.

  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for toddlers.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.

Janitor

Building Care Systems
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.

Co Head Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
09.2021 - 09.2023

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
06.2018 - 02.2020

Student Teacher

Canton Daycare Center
10.2017 - 04.2018
  • I student taught at the Canton Day Care Center. My responsibilities included creating and implanting lesson plans, assisting with classroom management (feeding, cleaning, supervising the children, etc.), and interacting with the children through play and communication.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.

Assistant Teacher

North Country Academy
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • I was a floater covering classrooms from infants to school age children (6 weeks -12 years). My responsibilities included classroom management (feeding, diaper changing, hand washing, cleaning, and supervising the children).
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Special Education Aide

Shenendehowa School District
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Volunteered to work in ESY Program (extended school year) at Shenendehowa elementary school. I worked with students ages 5-7 with learning and/or behavioral disabilities. I assisted performed tasks with reading, writing and math.
  • Managed classroom activities and redirected problematic behavior.
  • Assisted instructor with lesson plan delivery and curriculum development.
  • Supported students in completing classwork and applying academic concepts.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.

House Keeper

Red Roof Inn
05.2016 - 07.2016
  • Cleaned hotel rooms, vacuumed, dusted, washed bathrooms, and changed bedding. This job required one to move quickly and be diligent.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.

Camp Counselor

Clifton Park Full time Summer Camp
07.2013 - 08.2013
  • Counselor at day camp. Working with children age 5-13. Different activities throughout the day, such as arts and crafts, games, field trips, and other activities. Supervised lunch time and a quiet time for the children.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.

Education

A.S. - Early Childhood Education

SUNY Canton
Canton, New York
01.2018

Liberal Arts

SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, New York
01.2016

Regents Diploma -

Shenendehowa High School
Clifton Park, New York
06-2015

AMS Credential/ Accredited By MACTE - Montessori Infants/Toddlers

CMTE/NC
Huntersville, NC
06-2024

Skills

  • Childhood education expertise
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans
  • Curriculum development
  • Understanding of child development
  • Developmentally suitable activities
  • Effective time management
  • Montessori teaching methods
  • Educational planning
  • Effective classroom management
  • Dedicated work ethic

Accomplishments

    Girl Scouts Silver Award- Summer 2011

    Counselor's Choice Award- Spring 2011

    1st Degree black belt in Taekwondo- Fall 2014

    Outstanding Effort in Science Award- Spring 2014

    Scholarly Activities Celebration Award- Spring 2017

    2nd Degree black belt in Taekwondo- Fall 2021

Certification

  • Assistant Montessori Certified (NMI)

Affiliations

  • AMS

Timeline

Head Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
09.2024 - Current

Janitor

Building Care Systems
05.2023 - Current

Co Head Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
09.2021 - 09.2023

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Roots and Wings Montessori
06.2018 - 02.2020

Student Teacher

Canton Daycare Center
10.2017 - 04.2018

Assistant Teacher

North Country Academy
05.2017 - 08.2017

House Keeper

Red Roof Inn
05.2016 - 07.2016

Special Education Aide

Shenendehowa School District
07.2015 - 08.2016

Camp Counselor

Clifton Park Full time Summer Camp
07.2013 - 08.2013

A.S. - Early Childhood Education

SUNY Canton

Liberal Arts

SUNY Adirondack

Regents Diploma -

Shenendehowa High School

AMS Credential/ Accredited By MACTE - Montessori Infants/Toddlers

CMTE/NC