Kayla Perigo
Englewood Weekday Preschool
Limestone,NY
1
Language
14
years of professional experience
Dedicated preschool teacher with expertise in classroom management, positive reinforcement, and lesson planning. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes social and emotional growth in young learners.
Work History
Preschool Teacher
5 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment for diverse groups of children.
- Collaborated with parents to support child development and address behavioral challenges.
- Mentored junior teachers in classroom management techniques and educational strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through observations and assessments, adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
- Organized educational activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
Preschool Lead Teacher
8 Years 4 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, promoting social and emotional development.
- Mentored junior teachers, enhancing instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and address concerns.
- Organized and led age-appropriate activities that stimulate cognitive growth and creativity.
- Assessed student performance regularly, adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring safety and accessibility for all students.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff, focusing on best practices in early childhood education.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Planned and prepared activities for 2-5 age students.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively reducing disruptions during instructional time while promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Developed strong rapport with each child individually, ensuring their emotional well-being within the preschool setting while fostering an inclusive community.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using assessment results to inform future instruction and guide goal-setting conversations with parents.
- Strengthened communication skills among students through structured group activities and peer review sessions.
- Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety.
Education
High School Diploma
Early Childhood
Skills
Classroom management
Classroom organization
Child development
Positive reinforcement
Parent-teacher communication
Group and individual instruction
Early childhood education
Lesson planning
Special needs support
Adept at working with special needs children
Age-appropriate assessment
Social skills development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Englewood Weekday Preschool
06.2020 - 04.2026Read More
Preschool Lead Teacher
First Baptist Daycare
01.2012 - 05.2020Read More
Nash Community College
Early Childhood
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Southern Nash High School
High School Diploma
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