Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with the families, the children I serve, my supervisor, and with my support team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Community Partnership for Child Development
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2013 - Current
Organized activities to promote physical, cognitive, and social development of each child.
Maintained secure and a structured classroom to provide positive learning environment.
Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
Partner with families in children's learning to increase family interaction and student support.
Evaluate and improve classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
Worked with teacher assistants to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
Completed teacher assistant's observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
Partner with the classroom supervisor, BHC and FA to create a supportive team and learning environment
Facilitated workshops and trainings on a variety of topics for diverse audiences.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Steele Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2009 - 11.2013
Assisted students with disabilities in completing daily activities and assignments.
Attended IEP meetings to discuss student progress and plan future goals.
Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.
Observed individual student performance in order to identify areas of strength or weakness within a subject area or task level.
Provided one-on-one support to students with special education needs.
Participated in staff development activities related to SpEd topics.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN
05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education Leadership
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL
03.2022
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Pikes Peak State College
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2017
Skills
Relationship Building
Family and Support Team Communication
Schedule Management
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Community Partnership for Child Development
11.2013 - Current
SpEd Paraprofessional
Steele Elementary School
11.2009 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education Leadership
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