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Jeanne Ward Peil

Bloomfield Hills

Summary


Early childhood education professional prepared to lead and inspire classroom of young learners. Brings valuable experience in creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities. Emphasizes team collaboration and flexibility to adapt to changing needs, ensuring supportive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Recognized for effective classroom management and fostering strong relationships with students and parents.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

St.George Preschool Academy
08.2021 - Current
  • Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
  • Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
  • Organized successful parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student progress and set goals for future growth.
  • Cultivated a love for reading among students by incorporating age-appropriate literature into the curriculum.
  • Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to the unique interests of three-year-olds, promoting curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Lead 8 and Under Coach

Birmingham Blue Dolphins
08.2002 - 08.2025

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  • Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
  • Developed strong relationships with swimmers and their families, creating open communication channels for feedback and goal setting.
  • Provided individualized attention during practice sessions to ensure progress towards personal goals for each swimmer.
  • Established a positive environment during practice sessions, nurturing a culture of respect, hard work, and dedication among swimmers.
  • Implemented injury prevention measures by teaching proper warm-up techniques, stretching routines, and strength exercises.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Assisted in organizing successful swim meets, managing logistics, and coordinating volunteers.
  • Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
  • Improved overall team performance by emphasizing mental preparedness techniques such as goal setting, visualization, and relaxation strategies.
  • Educated student-athletes on proper nutrition and benefits of adequate sleep, which helped improve overall performance.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Recognized individual achievements within the team through awards ceremonies or acknowledgments during practices to boost morale and motivation amongst swimmers.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Iona University
New Rochelle, NY
06-1987

No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education

Bank Street College of Education
New York, NY

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Gross motor skills
  • Early childhood education
  • Special needs support
  • Child assessment
  • First aid and CPR
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Safety procedures
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior management
  • Group and individual instruction

Timeline

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

St.George Preschool Academy
08.2021 - Current

Lead 8 and Under Coach

Birmingham Blue Dolphins
08.2002 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Iona University

No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education

Bank Street College of Education