Karen Shane
Acworth,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record in lesson planning, child assessment, and fostering parent-teacher communication. Committed to creating engaging learning environments that enhance developmental growth.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Mount Pisgah Christian School
Johns Creek, GA
03.2015 - 05.2026
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster developmental growth in preschool students.
- Led classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment for children.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on best practices in early childhood education.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs and enhance communication.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Open Arms Early Learning Center
Atlanta, GA
07.1993 - 03.2015
- Designed engaging lesson plans that promote cognitive and social development in preschool children.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to enhance emotional and behavioral growth among students.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's educational progress and address individual needs.
Special Education Teacher's Assistant
Siskin's Children's Institute
Chattanooga, TN
09.1984 - 07.1993
- Supported individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted teachers in implementing classroom activities and instructional strategies.
- Facilitated communication between students, educators, and parents to enhance collaboration.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral and academic developments.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education Diploma_TCD - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chattahoochee Technical College
Acworth, GA03-2011
Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chattahoochee Technical College
Acworth, GA09-2008
Skills
- Safety precautions
- Parent-teacher communication
- Training and mentoring
- Fine motor skills development
- Team building
- Lesson planning
- Creative teaching strategies
- Outdoor play supervision
- Sensory integration
- Music and movement
- Literacy development
- Language acquisition
- Science exploration
- Child assessment
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Mount Pisgah Christian School
03.2015 - 05.2026
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Open Arms Early Learning Center
07.1993 - 03.2015
Special Education Teacher's Assistant
Siskin's Children's Institute
09.1984 - 07.1993
Early Childhood Care And Education Diploma_TCD - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chattahoochee Technical College
Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chattahoochee Technical College