Kimberly Delaney
Steamboat Springs,CO
Summary
I am a motivated, energetic and reliable teacher with over 20 years experience in early childhood education. I am committed to the well being of the children and staff I work with. I value the importance of collaboration and communication. I am continually learning and growing by attending professional development classes and seminars, staff meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Steamboat Springs School District
Soda Creek Preschool Steamboat Springs CO
08.2021 - Current
- Enhance student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities, group projects and small group instruction into lesson plans.
- Strengthen communication skills among students through structured group activities, language development activities and play.
- Promote a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students and staff.
- Serve as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
- Monitor students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Address behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Build strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Young Tracks
Steamboat Springs, CO
12.2013 - 07.2021
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Implemented a variety of assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly, leading to improved learning outcomes.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Laurel Street
Steamboat Springs, CO
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Implemented a variety of assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly, leading to improved learning outcomes.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child's progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Organized engaging field trips for students that aligned with curriculum, providing real-world connections to classroom learning.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Lead Preschool Teacher
BOCES
Steamboat Springs, CO
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units and share best practices for classroom management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN05.1999
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Self Motivation
- Safety awareness
- Multitasking Abilities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Large Center Director License
- Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Level 6
- Colorado Elementary Education Degree (expired)
- Minnesota Elementary Education Degree with a Special Education minor (expired)
Trainings
- Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference
- Orton Gillingham
- First Aid/CPR
- All the required trainings in the PDI's system
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Steamboat Springs School District
08.2021 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Young Tracks
12.2013 - 07.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
Laurel Street
07.2011 - 08.2013
Lead Preschool Teacher
BOCES
08.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Augsburg College