Heather Gould
Canton,MA
Summary
Seeking a position utilizing my experience and skills.
Dedicated Preschool Teacher brings high energy, early intervention knowledge and dedication to preschoolers. Focused on planning diverse activities to enrich learning and promote individual growth. Encouraging, upbeat and motivated to positively impact students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Dedham Community House
Dedham, Massachusetts
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Preschool Teacher
Tobin Beaudet School
Needham, Massachusetts
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised and managed the classroom of 15 children
- Planned all curriculum
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with children and parents
- Provided tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities
- Supervision and training of Assistant Teachers
- Followed cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet the individual needs of each child
Nanny
The Frangos Family
05.2015 - 10.2020
- Provide a safe, happy and healthy learning environment
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks
- Grocery shop and run errands for household, as needed
- Children’s laundry and bedding
- School pick up daily
- Organized play dates and after school activities
- Help with homework and reading
Nanny for a high profile family
The Ferguson Family
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Traveled domestic and internationally with the family
- Traveled independently with the child
- Provided healthy, well balanced meals
- Managed calendar: play dates, doctor and dentist appts
- Handled drop off and pick up from preschool
- Planned and executed safe, fun and exciting activities
- Provided a happy and healthy learning environment
- Spent many nights taking care of the child while the parents traveled for work
- Both domestic and internationally
Nanny/Household Manager
The Bazzano Family
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2007 - 06.2012
- Traveled domestically with the family
- Responsible for homework duties
- Drop off and pick up from school and after school activities
- Responsible for preparing children for school
- Managed calendar for children: play dates, doctor apt
Physical Education Teacher – Substitute Teacher
Bixby School Boulder, CO
Boulder, USA
11.2004 - 05.2006
- Taught physical education to 15 students per class; preschool to 6th grade
- Planned, organized and executed educational plan for 110 students total
- Handled disciplinary actions
- Supervised lunch and recess
- Substituted classes as needed
- Provided a fun, safe and happy learning environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA12-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA05-2023
High school or equivalent -
Canton High School
Canton, MA06.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Colorado – Boulder
Boulder, COSkills
- Calm and patient
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child safety procedures
- Empathy and compassion
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Classroom organization
- Curriculum planning
- Play-based learning approaches
- Cultural sensitivity
- Positive reinforcement
- Student records management
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- EEC Certified Preschool Teacher
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Dedham Community House
08.2021 - 08.2023
Preschool Teacher
Tobin Beaudet School
11.2020 - 08.2021
Nanny
The Frangos Family
05.2015 - 10.2020
Nanny for a high profile family
The Ferguson Family
01.2013 - 05.2015
Nanny/Household Manager
The Bazzano Family
09.2007 - 06.2012
Physical Education Teacher – Substitute Teacher
Bixby School Boulder, CO
11.2004 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Massasoit Community College
High school or equivalent -
Canton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
University of Colorado – Boulder