Hi, I’m
Irene Morris
Glenville,New York
Summary
Seasoned Lead Teacher with proven experience producing lesson plans that balance education with fun. Natural leader skilled at boosting group social development, physical abilities and academic development with strategic initiatives. Collaborates with staff on comprehensive learning and working strategies.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Sprouts Childcare CenterSaratoga Springs, NY
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Guided new teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state and age curricula.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, health documents, and developmental progress to reflect upon how each month went in my classroom.
Maple Leaf Childcare CenterGlenville, NY
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
04.2019 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Was promoted to the youngest lead teacher in the center.
- Fought and defied social stigmas that I wasn't competent enough because of my age.
- The children showed me how much patience, communication, and spirit is needed to have a successful classroom.
- Utilized my college-level psychology education from high school in my classroom.
- Experimented with unique and fun lesson plans that promoted curiosity within the student's development.
- Worked alongside many different types of teachers which allowed me to create a sense of what I wanted to implement in my own classroom.
- I mentored my assistant in developing her own form of teaching
BayState ElevatorsAlbany, NY
Market Research Analyst Intern
05.2018 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Analyzed and consolidated data from different sources to generate campaign performance reports.
- Utilized diverse research techniques and online or published data collection tools to amass key information or statistics, supporting business objectives.
- Monitored marketing and sales trends to generate forecasts and measure effectiveness of connecting with clients in connecticut.
Education
University At Albany, Albany, NY
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
05.2024
University Overview
- Taking numerous classes applying to family systems, addictions, ethics , child development, and compulsive behaviors.
- Accepted to the transfer excellence program
- Ski and Snowboard club Member
Schenectady County Community College, Scotia, NY
Associate of Science from Human Services
05.2022
University Overview
- Phi Theta Kappa Chapter President for a year.
- President's List Fall 2020-Spring 2021.
- Dean's List Fall 2021-Spring 2022.
- Lead a class based community service project where I was in charge of 6 older peers. Raised 700 dollars towards meeting the needs for families in need and local children in foster care.
- Lead PTK community service chapter program for the same organization. Accumulated numerous bags of children's clothing throughout my last spring semester.
- Finished with a 3.87 GPA
Skills
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Parental Communication
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Constructive Feedback
- Active Listening
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- Issue Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
Preferred to be called
Irena Morris
Accomplishments
- Have lead numerous community service groups from high school to present time
- Successfully completed over 100 hours of state-lead early childhood training
Affiliations
- Thing's of My Very Own agency, Schenectady
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Creative Sprouts Childcare Center
03.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Maple Leaf Childcare Center
04.2019 - 03.2022
Market Research Analyst Intern
BayState Elevators
05.2018 - 09.2018
University At Albany
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
Schenectady County Community College
Associate of Science from Human Services
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