Krista Tompkins
Freeland,WA
Summary
Compassionate Preschool Teacher with expertise in early childhood development paired with 13 years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional programs. Dedicated to monitoring student progress and maintaining schedules and routines. Supports collaborative teaching and comprehensive student support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds to Five-OldClassroom
South Whidbey Childrens Center
Langley, WA
06.2020 - Current
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
- Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Coached new teachers on school guidelines to decrease training time and increase teacher success.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
Assistant Teacher
South Whidbey Childrens Center
Langley, WA
09.2015 - 06.2020
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
- Created colorful and attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
- Protected confidential information related to staff and families.
- Implemented lesson plans for students with varying learning styles.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development and progress.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
School Aged Childcare Worker
South Whidbey Childrens Center
Langley, WA
09.2009 - 09.2015
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
- Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
- Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Cared for children in institutional settings.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 5 to 10.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
Education
Early Childhood Education
06.2023
- CDA
Skills
- Department Leadership
- Filing and Classroom Organization
- Imaginative Play Promotion
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds to Five-OldClassroom - South Whidbey Childrens Center
06.2020 - Current
Assistant Teacher - South Whidbey Childrens Center
09.2015 - 06.2020
School Aged Childcare Worker - South Whidbey Childrens Center
09.2009 - 09.2015
Everett Community College - , Early Childhood Education
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