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Keisha Mason-Graham

Washington,DC

Summary

Enthusiastic teacher with several years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Huckleberry Cheesecake/Everbrook Academy
Washington, DC
09.2019 - 10.2024
  • Created and tailored weekly, age-appropriate lesson plans to the different learning levels of each child by visually observing the development of each child.
  • Created and maintained a positive, safe, healthy learning environment for all students.
  • Completed extensive trainings that provided insight on childcare and development topics.
  • Established positive relationships with parents by engaging them in their child's education.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Lead Teacher

Centronia
Washington, DC
10.2017 - 09.2019
  • Conducted and documented developmental screenings and assessments of children.
  • Created curriculums in sequence that reflected a wide variety of cultures and ethnic groups represented in the classroom and learning concepts.
  • Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
  • Attended and participated in professional development activities and conferences to enhance skill and job knowledge.

Teacher Assistant

Independant Contract
Washington, DC
05.2010 - 10.2017
  • Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
  • Organized classroom materials, including books, supplies, and equipment.
  • Provided individual assistance to students as needed.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement for struggling students.
  • Maintained a safe environment conducive to learning at all times.
  • Encouraged positive social interaction among students.

After-School Teacher

Ideal
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Facilitated positive relationships with parents to ensure their child's safety and well-being.
  • Developed and implemented engaging after-school activities that encouraged creativity, socialization, and physical activity.
  • Established and maintained a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for students.
  • Offered individual instruction in various subjects to provide learners with extra assistance.

Child Dance Instructor

Bren Car
Washington, DC
09.1995 - 05.2001
  • Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
  • Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to develop lessons plans that meet the needs of each student's level of ability.
  • Created a safe environment where students can learn without fear of criticism or judgment.
  • Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.

Education

CDA - Early Childhood Education (Infant & Toddler)

National Credentialing
Washington, DC
12-2021

High School Diploma -

Duke Ellington School of The Arts
Washington, DC
06-1999

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster
Arizona City, AZ

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Interactive teaching
  • Creative lesson plan development
  • Administrative skills
  • Effective oral, written, and communication skills
  • Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Stamina, resilience, nurturing, upbeat, and attention to detail

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Huckleberry Cheesecake/Everbrook Academy
09.2019 - 10.2024

Lead Teacher

Centronia
10.2017 - 09.2019

After-School Teacher

Ideal
09.2016 - 05.2017

Teacher Assistant

Independant Contract
05.2010 - 10.2017

Child Dance Instructor

Bren Car
09.1995 - 05.2001

CDA - Early Childhood Education (Infant & Toddler)

National Credentialing

High School Diploma -

Duke Ellington School of The Arts

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster
Keisha Mason-Graham