Hayley Borek
Lebanon,Tennessee
Summary
Early childhood education professional with strong track record in fostering positive learning environments for young children. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring both educational goals and developmental milestones are achieved.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Hermitage Hills Day School
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
First Grade Teacher
Heart Christian Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Northside Baptist Church
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
Youth and Children's Leader
Faith Church
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Mt. Juliet Montessori Academy
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
Education
Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling/Christian Counseling
Heritage International Bible College And Seminary
06-2017
Skills
- Child supervision
- Parent-teacher communication
- Nutrition and health
- Creative teaching strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Motor skill development
- Early childhood education
- Outdoor learning
- Core concept teaching
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills development
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Heart Christian Academy
08.2023 - Current
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Northside Baptist Church
08.2020 - 05.2023
Youth and Children's Leader
Faith Church
01.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Mt. Juliet Montessori Academy
09.2012 - 05.2014
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Hermitage Hills Day School
Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling/Christian Counseling
Heritage International Bible College And Seminary
Similar Profiles
Kevin PrevattKevin Prevatt
Customer Service Manager at Hermitage Hills Brake & Auto RepairCustomer Service Manager at Hermitage Hills Brake & Auto Repair
Hope L. SvendsenHope L. Svendsen
History Teacher and History Department Manager at Far Hills Country Day SchoolHistory Teacher and History Department Manager at Far Hills Country Day School
Taylor GuslerTaylor Gusler
Teaching Assistant at Orchard Hills Day SchoolTeaching Assistant at Orchard Hills Day School