Jaime Bess
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Friendly and energetic Lead Teacher with 27 years in Early Childhood Education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Learning Tree Day School
08.2012 - Current
- Planned and prepared activities for 3-5 year old children.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Belin Creative Learning Center
08.2007 - 05.2012
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to the unique interests of three-year-olds, promoting curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Carolina Child Development Center
04.1997 - 10.2004
- Organized class field trips to relevant educational destinations, enhancing students'' understanding of course material in real-world contexts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC08.1997
High School Diploma -
Socastee High School
Myrtle Beach, SC06.1994
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social Skills Development
- First Aid/ CPR Certified
- Healthy and Safe Learning Environment
- Model and teach appropriate behavior and social skills
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Learning Tree Day School
08.2012 - Current
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Belin Creative Learning Center
08.2007 - 05.2012
Preschool Lead Teacher
Carolina Child Development Center
04.1997 - 10.2004
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
High School Diploma -
Socastee High School
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