Karra Hall
Lutz,FL
Summary
Dynamic Lead VPK Teacher from Keystone Christian Church, excelling in early childhood education and parent-teacher communication. Achieved increased attendance rates and enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and a focus on STEM. Mentored new teachers, fostering a cohesive learning environment while prioritizing health and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead VPK Teacher
Keystone Christian Church
Odessa, FL
10.2008 - 11.2023
- Increased attendance rates through proactive outreach to families experiencing challenges or barriers to attending school regularly.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on teaching methods and early childhood education research findings.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure the success of all students, regardless of their abilities or needs.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Boosted parent involvement through regular communication regarding student progress and upcoming events.
- Reduced disciplinary issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Enhanced student engagement with hands-on projects that fostered critical thinking skills.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting collaboration and open communication among students.
- Expanded curriculum to incorporate STEM topics, increasing interest in science and technology fields.
- Mentored new teachers in VPK program best practices, leading to increased consistency across classrooms.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Education
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Smart Horizons
Associate - Communication
American River College
Sacramento, CA05.2024
Skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Engagement
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Early Childhood Education
- Gross Motor Skills
- Fine Motor Skills
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Lesson Planning
- Child Development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Curriculum Planning
Timeline
Lead VPK Teacher
Keystone Christian Church
10.2008 - 11.2023
CDA - Early Childhood Education
Smart Horizons
Associate - Communication
American River College