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Kendra Basiliere

Vero Beach

Summary

Experienced with designing and delivering age-appropriate educational activities. Uses positive behavior reinforcement and classroom management techniques to foster productive learning environment. Knowledge of early childhood education principles and developmental milestones.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead VPK Teacher

Palm City Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
  • Boosted parent involvement through regular communication regarding student progress and upcoming events.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on teaching methods and early childhood education research findings.
  • Mentored new teachers in VPK program best practices, leading to increased consistency across classrooms.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to ensure the success of all students, regardless of their abilities or needs.
  • Enhanced student engagement with hands-on projects that fostered critical thinking skills.
  • Expanded curriculum to incorporate STEM topics, increasing interest in science and technology fields.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting collaboration and open communication among students.

Lead VPK Teacher

Citrus Grove Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Improved literacy rates by implementing phonics-based instruction and interactive activities.
  • Developed individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs, ensuring progress and academic growth.
  • Increased attendance rates through proactive outreach to families experiencing challenges or barriers to attending school regularly.
  • Established strong connections with local community organizations, resulting in valuable partnerships and resources for the VPK program.
  • Reduced disciplinary issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
  • Promoted a love of reading by incorporating diverse literature selections into daily lessons and creating an inviting classroom library space.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Lead VPK Teacher

Loving Care Young Achievers
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Increased attendance rates through proactive outreach to families experiencing challenges or barriers to attending school regularly.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.

Kindergarten Assistant

Ivy League Academy
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs or learning challenges under the guidance of lead teachers and support specialists.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.

VPK Teacher's Assistant

Ivy League Academy
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.

Lead 4 Yr Old Teacher

Ivy League Academy
08.2019 - 11.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Floater Teacher

Ivy League Academy
04.2016 - 08.2019
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
  • Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
  • Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL
12-2022

St. Lucie West Centennial High School
Port Saint Lucie, FL
05-2020

Skills

  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student engagement
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Early childhood education
  • Special needs support
  • Child assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Safety procedures
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Activity planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum planning

Certification

Have DCF 45 State Hours

Have director certification in VPK

Certificated in Youth Mental Health

Certificated in CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Timeline

Lead VPK Teacher

Palm City Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Lead VPK Teacher

Citrus Grove Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024

Lead VPK Teacher

Loving Care Young Achievers
06.2022 - 07.2023

Kindergarten Assistant

Ivy League Academy
08.2021 - 06.2022

VPK Teacher's Assistant

Ivy League Academy
11.2020 - 08.2021

Lead 4 Yr Old Teacher

Ivy League Academy
08.2019 - 11.2020

Floater Teacher

Ivy League Academy
04.2016 - 08.2019

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Indian River State College

St. Lucie West Centennial High School

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