Accomplished Preschool Teacher from Boardman United Methodist Preschool, adept in classroom management and curriculum planning. Excelled in fostering early childhood development and enhancing literacy skills, significantly boosting student engagement. Skilled in positive reinforcement and effective communication, ensuring a nurturing learning environment. Demonstrated a strong work ethic and dependability, achieving consistent academic growth in young learners. Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Boardman United Methodist Preschool
08.2013 - Current
Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
Promoted physical health through organized outdoor play and activities, supporting overall well-being.
Implemented innovative teaching methods to engage students, making learning more interactive and fun.
Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities that encouraged collaboration and communication.
Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing students' imaginations and interest in reading.
Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.