Hidayah Holmes
Philadelphia,Pa
Summary
Dedicated professional with several years of hands-on experience creating fun and interactive learning experiences. Focused on integrating technology alongside traditional teaching methods. Recognized for maintaining safe, loving environment to encourage children to explore and learn. Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Well-qualified professional bringing many years of progressive experience in education. Service-oriented and relationship-driven with good administrative and customer service skills. Seek long-term position with room for growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher/Director
Little Darlings Childcare Center
Southwest Pa
06.2018 - 05.2024
- Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between students, families, and staff members.
- Maintain monthly staff meetings with the staff, ensure children's files are updated, assist staff with any paperwork such as lesson plans, individualization, and observations.
- Informing parents about any special events, closings, and information about their child.
- Assisted in developing evaluation tools such as rubrics or checklists for assessing student work.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
Assistant Director of Education
Masjidullah Early Child Care Academy
Philadelphia, PA
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Coordinated with staff members to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Advised parents on their children's educational needs and monitored their academic progress.
Lead Head Start Teacher
KenCrest
12.2019 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children in the Head Start program.
- Input observations into COR, with pictures for every child.
- Ensuring that the HighScope Curriculum is being followed and engaging children in activities and daily routines.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, health needs, and educational resources.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior and academic performance.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, singing songs, and engaging conversations with students.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by providing a safe, nurturing atmosphere for students.
Substitute Teacher
Delta T Group
Bryn Mawr Pa
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Report to schools or head start facilities to substitute for the day, or permanent substitute until a teacher is found.
- Tutor children who need extra help with homework or schoolwork.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Instructional Assistant
Connecting The Pieces LLC
King Of Prussia Pa
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintain and provide services only outlined in the child's IEP.
- Work with other CTP staff assigned to the cases, ensuring that the child's goals are being implemented at the IEP.
- Provide data collected, report of service delivered, and administrative paperwork to CTP staff after each session.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
Philadelphia, PA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
Head/Lead Head Start Teacher
Your Child's World
Philadelphia Pa
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Ensured that all classrooms in the preschool center have the appropriate number of adults required for childcare licensing and to effectively implement developmentally appropriate activities with children.
- Works collaboratively with lead and assistant teachers to ensure continuity of care and consistent high-quality activities were being followed, and that the teachers followed the requirements needed for lesson planning as well as individualization for each child.
- Works with a team of other classroom teachers and family members to implement Scholastic Curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.
- Input work-sampling online with pictures for every child.
- Maintain monthly meetings with lead and assistant teachers.
Lead Head Start Teacher
Brightside Academy
Philadelphia Pa
11.2013 - 04.2015
- Input work-sampling online with pictures for every child.
- Monitored attendance records of all students enrolled in the program and reported any absences or tardiness to administrators.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by providing a safe, nurturing atmosphere for students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that encourage positive interactions between students within the classroom setting.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into lesson plans by utilizing books, music, art projects from various backgrounds.
- Utilized technology tools such as computers, tablets, and software programs to enhance instruction.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, singing songs, and engaging conversations with students.
Assistant Teacher
Head Start Learning Tree
Philadelphia Pa
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Supervised small group activities.
Education
Director's Credential -
Keystone College-online
PA01.2017
Master of Science - Education-Instructional Technology K-12
Kaplan University
Davenport IA05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
Kaplan University-online
Davenport IA10.2013
Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies-Early Childhood Development
Kaplan University-online
Davenport IA04.2011
Associate of Specialized Technology - Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management
JNA Institute of Culinary Art
Philadelphia PA06.2007
Skills
- Lesson development
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Planning
- Standards Development
Certifications
- ServSafe, 04/01/2022, 04/01/2027
- Private School-Teacher Nursery/Kindergarten, 07/01/2016
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Assistant Director of Education
Masjidullah Early Child Care Academy
05.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Head Start Teacher
KenCrest
12.2019 - 02.2022
Lead Teacher/Director
Little Darlings Childcare Center
06.2018 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
Delta T Group
04.2018 - 09.2020
Instructional Assistant
Connecting The Pieces LLC
02.2017 - 03.2019
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
01.2017 - 06.2018
Head/Lead Head Start Teacher
Your Child's World
08.2015 - 03.2017
Lead Head Start Teacher
Brightside Academy
11.2013 - 04.2015
Assistant Teacher
Head Start Learning Tree
11.2012 - 06.2013
Director's Credential -
Keystone College-online
Master of Science - Education-Instructional Technology K-12
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
Kaplan University-online
Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies-Early Childhood Development
Kaplan University-online
Associate of Specialized Technology - Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management
JNA Institute of Culinary Art
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