Kalinda Persson
Valentine,Nebraska
Summary
Kind Kindergarten Teacher with 8 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth. Expertise in behavior management, lesson planning, and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Todd County School District
08.2016 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
Childcare Provider
Pumpkin Patch Childcare Center
01.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning And Technology
Western Governor's Univeristy
Salt Lake City, Utah11.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
University of Nebraska Kearney
Kearney, NE05.2014
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Behavior Management
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Early Reading
- Special Needs Support
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Todd County School District
08.2016 - 05.2024
Childcare Provider
Pumpkin Patch Childcare Center
01.2011 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Learning And Technology
Western Governor's Univeristy
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
University of Nebraska Kearney
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