Heather Avvento
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Dynamic Pre-K Teacher with a proven track record at Justus Falckner Early Learning Center, specializing in early childhood education and curriculum planning. Known for fostering social-emotional development and building strong parent relationships, I utilize patience and empathy to create engaging, play-based learning environments that inspire young learners to thrive.
Early childhood education professional with proven track record in developing and implementing enriching lesson plans. Known for fostering collaborative and supportive classroom atmosphere, adapting to dynamic educational needs. Trusted team player with exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Justus Falckner Early Learning Center
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- 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.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a holistic approach to education.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Falkner Swamp Nursery School
09.2010 - 05.2020
- Organized extracurricular activities for students to further develop their social skills and build confidence in their abilities.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Evaluated emerging educational tools and technologies for potential integration into the curriculum to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to promote good behavior and improve classroom management.
- Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education/Early Childhood
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05-1997
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Music and movement
- Curriculum planning
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Justus Falckner Early Learning Center
09.2021 - 05.2024
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Falkner Swamp Nursery School
09.2010 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Education/Early Childhood
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
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