Heather Hampton
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dynamic PreK Teacher at Polly Panda Pre-sch And Chld Dev, skilled in curriculum planning and fostering social-emotional growth. Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced child development and utilized positive reinforcement strategies to promote cooperation. Committed to ongoing professional development, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK Teacher
Polly Panda Pre-sch And Chld Dev
08.2002 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental needs.
- Utilized educational tools and resources to enhance learning experiences for children.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote cooperation.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
IUPUI
Indianapolis, INNo Degree - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, INHigh School Diploma -
Morristown Jr/Sr High
Morristown, IN05-2000
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Music and movement
- Curriculum planning
- Child supervision
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Safety procedures
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Classroom supplies ordering
- Child development associate certification
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Calm and patient
- Health and safety
Timeline
PreK Teacher
Polly Panda Pre-sch And Chld Dev
08.2002 - Current
No Degree - Elementary Education
IUPUI
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
High School Diploma -
Morristown Jr/Sr High