Kathy Dickerson
Gulf Breeze,FL
Summary
Accomplished VPK Lead Teacher at St. Ann’s Discovery School, adept in classroom management and educational leadership. Expert in crafting engaging lessons and fostering student development. Proven track record in enhancing learning experiences through innovative strategies, with a focus on literacy and individual growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
VPK Lead Teacher
St. Ann’s Discovery School
Gulf Breeze, Fl
06.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Preschool Teacher
St. Ann’s Discovery School
Gulf Breeze, FL
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Education
Director Credential-Level 1
Florida Child Care And Education Program
Florida11-2024
National Administrative Credential
National Institute of Child Care Management
Winter Garden, FL09-2024
Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR And First Aid
American Red Cross
01-2023
Emergent Language and Literacy
University of Florida-Lasinger Center For Learning
09-2023
Preschool Language Development
University of Florida-Lasinger Center For Learning
08-2023
Florida Child Care Professional (FCCPC)
Smart Horizon Institute
04-2020
Staff Credential Verification
Florida Department of Children And Families
04-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Educational leadership
- Literacy strategies
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Parental engagement
Timeline
VPK Lead Teacher
St. Ann’s Discovery School
06.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
St. Ann’s Discovery School
08.2015 - 06.2022
Director Credential-Level 1
Florida Child Care And Education Program
National Administrative Credential
National Institute of Child Care Management
Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR And First Aid
American Red Cross
Emergent Language and Literacy
University of Florida-Lasinger Center For Learning
Preschool Language Development
University of Florida-Lasinger Center For Learning
Florida Child Care Professional (FCCPC)
Smart Horizon Institute
Staff Credential Verification
Florida Department of Children And Families
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