Dedicated early childhood educator with extensive experience leading classrooms, developing age-appropriate lesson plans, and supporting student growth through ongoing assessment. Known for strong parent-teacher communication, behavior support, and safe classroom practices. Brings a steady focus on engagement, structure, and developmental progress.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
All Around Children Bedford Heights
Bedford Heights, OH
09.2024 - 10.2026
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Organized learning centers, materials, and supplies to support structured instruction.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Kampus Child Enrichment Center
Bedford, OH
08.2020 - 09.2024
Collaborated with staff to support individualized care plans and developmental goals.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Lead Teacher
Maple Heights Creative Playrooms
Maple Heights, OH
03.2011 - 07.2020
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Lead Teacher
Lion of Judah Child Care Center
Maple Heights, OH
09.2010 - 03.2011
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Lead Teacher
Solon Creative Playrooms
Solon, OH
11.2003 - 12.2009
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Lead Teacher
Claudia's Kids Care
Garfield Heights, OH
05.2002 - 11.2003
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Lead Teacher
Bedford DayCare & Nursery Center
Bedford, OH
08.2000 - 05.2002
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Led classroom activities aligned with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
Monitored child development and documented progress for parent conferences and assessments.
Maintained safe, sanitary classroom conditions in compliance with childcare licensing standards.
Guided assistant teachers through routines, behavior support, and classroom transitions.
Communicated daily updates with families regarding activities, milestones, and concerns.
Reinforced positive behavior strategies to maintain consistent classroom expectations.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Lead Teacher's Assistant
ChildTime
Bedford, OH
09.1993 - 08.1999
Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities, lesson preparation, and developmental learning support.
Supervised children during indoor and outdoor routines to maintain safe, structured classroom environments.
Assisted with behavior guidance using consistent, age-appropriate redirection and positive reinforcement.