Jennifer Chandler
Newark,NJ
Summary
Innovative and energetic education professional with over 13 years of experience teaching young learners and designing developmentally appropriate curricula. Skilled in curriculum development, instructional planning, and fostering collaborative relationships with families and stakeholders. Proven ability to implement creative and engaging learning strategies that promote confidence, independence, and social-emotional development. Looking to use my classroom experience and leadership skills to thrive as a curriculum and Leadership Manager.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Vivvi Learning
10.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented creative, age-appropriate lesson plans that supported cognitive, emotional, and social development for 2-5 year-olds
- Designed and implemented a Reggio Emilia-inspired, play-based curriculum that fostered student engagement and independence by utilizing the environment as the third teacher, leading to a 25% improvement in observed developmental milestones
- Collaborated with families to create individualized learning plans, ensuring a seamless connection between home and school learning environments
- Mentored assistant teachers and led classroom training on best practices in early childhood education
Lead Teacher
City Kids
Brooklyn, NY
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with teachers to plan weekly lessons that incorporated various learning styles into each activity.
- Utilized computer software programs to maintain accurate student records related to attendance, grades and behavioral issues.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
Lead Teacher
Seneca Village Montessori Daycare
Brooklyn, NY
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Lead Teacher
Metro Kids Preschool
Manhattan, NY
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Assistant Teacher
B' above Daycare
12.2014 - 10.2017
- Assisting the head teacher with daily activities, preparation, maintenance and assessment of all units of a developmental interaction approach targeting age appropriate milestone and developmental needs
Assistant Teacher
Early Life Children Center
Brooklyn, NY
05.2012 - 12.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Grand Canyon University
03-2025
Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Brooklyn, NY06-2004
Skills
- Certified Infant and Child (CPR)
- Curriculum Design and Development
- Instructional Planning and Delivery
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Parent and Family Engagement
- Social-Emotional Learning Strategies
- Behavior Management and Positive Reinforcement
- Program Evaluation & Improvement
- Digital tools: Google Suite, Canvas, Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Canvas LMS
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Vivvi Learning
10.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
City Kids
10.2021 - 10.2022
Lead Teacher
Seneca Village Montessori Daycare
09.2020 - 12.2020
Lead Teacher
Metro Kids Preschool
10.2017 - 03.2020
Assistant Teacher
B' above Daycare
12.2014 - 10.2017
Assistant Teacher
Early Life Children Center
05.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/ Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School