Jennifer Montero
Trenton,MI
Summary
Dedicated Lead Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and parent-teacher communication. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes student success and engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Wyandotte Early Childhood Center
Wyandotte, MI
10.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Associate Teacher
Johnson Early Childhood Center
Taylor, MI
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with families to support children's learning objectives and enhance parental involvement.
- Monitored student progress using observational assessments and adjusted strategies accordingly.
Teacher Intern
U of M Dearborn Early Childhood Center
Dearborn, MI
09.2009 - 05.2013
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment.
- Facilitated small group activities fostering social interaction and cognitive development among children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Children And Families
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2013
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- PBIS Leadership team for 4 years
- Mentored a Student teacher for half a year
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Wyandotte Early Childhood Center
10.2016 - Current
Associate Teacher
Johnson Early Childhood Center
09.2013 - 10.2016
Teacher Intern
U of M Dearborn Early Childhood Center
09.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Children And Families
University of Michigan, Dearborn