Kanika COATES

Responsible for supervising and instructing children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth. To plan and implement children's individual and group activities to stimulate growth in the areas of language development, literacy, mathematics, creative arts, social development, and physical development. Participate in and assist during meal and snack time, following family-style meal service. Ensure accurate records of daily attendance. Record observations, assessments, and other required documentation. Complete parent conferences and home visits. Supervise, support, and evaluate the job performance of the teacher assistant and other staff as needed. Communicate related problems or concerns to the Center Supervisor. As a Center Designee, I assisted the Center Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the Head Start Center. This included tasks such as payroll assistance, conducting staff meetings, and addressing parent concerns. Assisted staff members with lesson planning, TS Gold implementing, and use of Frog Street Curriculum. Supervised staff of 15 to 28 when the Center Supervisor was unavailable.

• Assisted in the delivery of special education under the supervision of the lead teacher. Worked with small groups of students to reinforce skills and concepts. Assisted with organizing and arranging instructional activities. Performed other instructional duties as assigned by the lead teacher.

• Demonstrated the competencies and behaviors needed to improve student preparedness. Creates lesson plans aligned with current state and district standards, which drive instruction through informative assessment and differentiation. Maintained a safe, organized classroom that supports students' independent learning, collaboration, and choice. Utilized a variety of effective instructional and management techniques. Provided a variety of assessments and used assessments for planning and instruction. Monitored and maintained a positive classroom environment that supported the school. Demonstrated a commitment to continuous professional growth and works with administration to formulate and complete professional development plans.