Hela Guen
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Seasoned Educational Provider offering over a decade of experience in educational leadership positions overseeing the needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting developmental milestones and maintaining smooth administration of all department operations. Desire growth-oriented position in dynamic environment where I can share my love of teaching and observing children. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
Robin’s Nest
2017.09 - Current
- Member of a 10-person team providing safe and quality childcare services to ~32 children
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among the leadership team and/or or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative activities to improve students academic performance and retention rate.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Designed individualized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs and goals.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules, menus/snacks and monitored overall performance.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Robin's Nest
2014.09 - 2017.09
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
- Led enriching outdoor activities that promoted physical fitness, coordination, and exploration of the natural world.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using personal touch, classroom games and other activities.
Teacher’s Aid
Rochambeau Preschool
2009.08 - 2014.05
- Aided Preschool and Kindergarten students
- Supervised children and student activity with warm demeanor
- Communicated both verbally and in written format in both French and English
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 120 elementary students (6 classes).
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Tutored struggling students in French individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Promoted friendly discipline and cooperation both in the classroom and during field trips.
Education
No Degree - Educaton
Maryland State Department of Education
Baltimore, MD05.2024
Skills
- MAT for Childcare Providers
- Infant CPR, First Aid, AED
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Employee Relations
- Task Delegation
- Program coordination
- Crisis Management
- Workforce Planning
- Computer Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Decision-Making
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Creative and Artistic
Accomplishments
- ECSTRA Program Certified, enhanced childcare support and teacher retention award (Level Five), 2024
- MSDE office of Child Care Credential Level Four, 2023
- MSDE 45-hour Child Growth and Development Certification, 2017
- MSDE 45-hour Preschool Methods and Materials 2016
Certificationsawards
- MAT for Childcare Providers
- Maryland Child Care Credential Level 4 ~ MSDE Credentialing Program
- AED
- First Aid
- CPR
- Infant CPR
Mosaics, Drawings, Ceramics
Auditing two years of Art/History coursework at the Tunis Institute of Fine Arts.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
Robin’s Nest
2017.09 - Current
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Robin's Nest
2014.09 - 2017.09
Teacher’s Aid
Rochambeau Preschool
2009.08 - 2014.05
No Degree - Educaton
Maryland State Department of Education
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