Upbeat professional devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UPK Teacher
Most Precious Blood School
01.2022 - Current
Utilized the depth of knowledge chart, creative curriculum and state standards to develop themed units and lesson plans.
Trained and developed classroom staff.
Created a supportive learning by implementing positive behavior strategies.
Maintained a high level of student discipline and resolved classroom conflicts.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
All About Kids
01.2021 - 01.2022
Pushed into UPK classrooms to support children with IEP's to navigate and gain knowledge from the classroom curriculum.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Completed UPK assessments.
Worked cooperatively with the classroom teacher to set and achieve goals for each student.
Differentiated instruction based on the various educational needs of the students.
UPK Teacher
Learning Together
01.2017 - 01.2021
Lead Trainings on State UPK assessments and scoring.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Provided a variety of hands-on learning experiences that included the use of modern teaching methods.
Trained and developed classroom staff.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.