Janelle Crosby
Lead Teacher/ Para 2
Port Charlotte,FL
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Lead Teacher with a proven track record at First Start Childrens Center, enhancing student engagement and streamlining assessment processes. Expert in child development and nurturing attitudes, I excel in creating inclusive, results-driven learning environments. Skilled in teamwork and cooperation, my approach has significantly improved learning outcomes and parent satisfaction. Steadfast [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience working with young children in classrooms. Engages infants in stimulating activities to foster mental and physical growth while caring for basic needs and involving parents in child development. Patient, caring teacher building foundations for healthy, successful lives. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring worker with [Number] years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Organized teacher with distinguished understanding of [Type] and [Type] classrooms. Successful at working with any size classes to realize comprehensive growth. Kind professional looking to optimize individual student experiences into long-term success. Dedicated [Job Title] provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
First Start Childrens Center
06.1988 - 10.2000
- Led professional development sessions for other teachers on effective classroom management strategies.
- Mentored new teachers in the implementation of best practices for early childhood education.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lesson plans.
- Implemented individualized instruction plans tailored to each student''s unique strengths and weaknesses.
- Established a safe and nurturing classroom environment where students felt comfortable taking risks and expressing themselves creatively.
- Streamlined assessment processes by implementing digital tools, reducing grading time and improving feedback quality.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and community service projects that enriched the learning experience.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in increased student comprehension and success.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning techniques into daily routines, fostering healthy peer relationships and improved behavior among students.
- Built an inclusive classroom culture that embraced diversity and promoted respect for all individuals.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, informative newsletters, and hosting family events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create cross-curricular lessons that connected subjects for deeper understanding.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to track student progress, inform instructional decisions, and support overall academic growth.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Paraeducator II, Special Education
Weare Middle School (SAU24)
09.2009 - 06.2023
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Monitored student classroom and activities to promote student safety.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Strengthened communication between school staff, parents, and students by serving as a liaison for information sharing.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly to maximize effectiveness.
- Supported teachers in managing diverse classroom populations by providing targeted interventions for students who required additional assistance or modifications.
- Encouraged student independence by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering personal responsibility for learning outcomes.
- Spoke with parents about children's educational outcomes while observing behaviors and promoting sensitivity to each child's needs and condition.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues by exhibiting a caring demeanor and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Contributed to the development of classroom materials that aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Tender Years Childcare and Learning Center
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
- Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
- Employed learning through play philosophy and educational objectives, striking balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities and encouraging children to communicate verbally.
- Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
- Created a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the classroom, leading to increased parent satisfaction with the center.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant''s daily activities, meals, diaper changes, and other pertinent information for parent communication.
- Implemented creative art projects that allowed infants to explore different textures while developing fine motor skills.
- Improved emotional well-being of infants by providing consistent care, attention, and affection.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops focused on the latest research in early childhood education.
- Strengthened cognitive skills by introducing sensory experiences like soft music or tactile objects during playtime.
- Promoted language development by engaging in daily conversations and reading sessions with infants.
- Supported healthy social interactions between infants through guided playtime and group activities.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual needs, fostering strong support system for each infant.
- Encouraged positive behavior among infants through gentle guidance, redirection techniques, and consistent expectations.
- Enhanced motor skill development through carefully planned physical activities such as tummy time or baby yoga.
- Boosted early literacy skills by regularly exposing infants to books, songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
- Established routines for nap time, feeding, and diaper changes to create a stable environment for growth.
- Continuously evaluated progress of each infant to ensure appropriate developmental milestones were achieved.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Education
36 Credits - Early Childhood Education
NHTI - Concord's Community College
Concord, NH06.2000
Skills
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Patience and Calmness
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Child development expertise
- Language Development Strategies
- Motor Skill Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Nurturing Attitude
- Infant Safety Knowledge
- Friendly and likeable
- Loves children
- Time Management
- Caring and Understanding
Timeline
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Tender Years Childcare and Learning Center
06.2023 - 02.2024
Paraeducator II, Special Education
Weare Middle School (SAU24)
09.2009 - 06.2023
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
First Start Childrens Center
06.1988 - 10.2000
36 Credits - Early Childhood Education
NHTI - Concord's Community College
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