Keysha Giddens
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Kindergarten Teacher with 20+ years of experience. Creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Dubois Integrity Academy
09.2021 - Current
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Engaged administrators, parents and colleagues with learning programs to improve educational outcomes.
Kindergarten Teacher
Chattahoochee Hills Charter School
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Engaged administrators, parents and colleagues with learning programs to improve educational outcomes.
Pre-K Teacher
Easter Seals
08.2010 - 10.2017
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Pre-K Teacher
Mother Hubbard Daycare And Kindergarten
08.2005 - 08.2009
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Pre-K Teacher
Sheltering Arms Early Education & Family Centers
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
1st Grade Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, motivating them to improve academically and personally.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, strengthening the home-school connection.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to reinforce learning and engage various learning styles.
Education
Master of Arts - Birth Through Kindergarten
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Morris Brown College
Atlanta, GA05.2002
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Dubois Integrity Academy
09.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Chattahoochee Hills Charter School
10.2017 - 07.2021
Pre-K Teacher
Easter Seals
08.2010 - 10.2017
Pre-K Teacher
Mother Hubbard Daycare And Kindergarten
08.2005 - 08.2009
Pre-K Teacher
Sheltering Arms Early Education & Family Centers
08.2003 - 06.2004
1st Grade Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
08.2002 - 05.2003
Master of Arts - Birth Through Kindergarten
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Morris Brown College
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