Kristine Depp
Darien,CT
Summary
Accomplished Pre K Teacher at The Holly Pond School at Darien YMCA, adept in fostering student engagement and managing classroom behavior. Excelled in building strong relationships with students and parents, and mentoring student teachers. Demonstrated organizational abilities and effective parent-teacher communication, significantly enhancing the learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Methodist Family Center Preschool
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teachers to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all students.
Pre K Teacher
The Holly Pond School At Darien YMCA
11.2019 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Assisted at drop off and pick up while welcoming and helping each student get out of their cars.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
The University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA05.1995
Skills
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Organizational abilities
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Methodist Family Center Preschool
11.2022 - 03.2023
Pre K Teacher
The Holly Pond School At Darien YMCA
11.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
The University of Massachusetts
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