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Keerthana Chandrasekar

Frisco,TX

Summary

Passionate and empathetic teacher with 4 year of experience as a preschool teacher. An enthusiastic educator who understands the unique needs of individual students to enhance learning and promote confidence for their overall educational success.

Personable and dedicated individual with passion for fostering supportive and engaging learning environment. Possesses solid understanding of child development and effective classroom management techniques, with skills in planning activities and maintaining safe space. Committed to making positive impact on students' educational experiences and personal growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Vidyarambh
06.2021 - 10.2023
  • Assisted and supervised 24 children through entire school day.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
  • Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Utilized Procare software to update and communicate daily activities, meals, and progress reports to parents, ensuring transparency and engagement.

Home Tutor

At My Home
04.2020 - 06.2021
  • Created lesson plans, review worksheets and practice tests to prepare students for weekly tests and quizzes.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Worked one-on-one with 5 students in core subjects.
  • Guided students through problem-solving exercises designed to build critical thinking skills essential for academic success.

Preschool and After-school Teacher

Vennila Kids Academy
01.2017 - 08.2018

Preschool & After-School Program
Vennila Kids Academy | January 2017 – August 2018

  • Developed and implemented tailored writing plans to address individual student strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups, reinforcing key learning concepts and supporting academic growth.
  • Assisted lead teachers by organizing classroom materials and preparing resources for daily instruction and activities.
  • Fostered a supportive and engaging learning environment, promoting curiosity and creativity in young learners.

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Development

De Anza College
Cupertino, CA

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Effective Communication
  • Tailoring Curriculum Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Student engagement

Languages

English
Tamil

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Vidyarambh
06.2021 - 10.2023

Home Tutor

At My Home
04.2020 - 06.2021

Preschool and After-school Teacher

Vennila Kids Academy
01.2017 - 08.2018

Associate of Arts - Child Development

De Anza College