Kristine Fisher
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Dynamic preschool educator with extensive experience in childcare,adept at fostering child development through engaging lesson planning and effective parent-teacher communication. Proven ability to enhance social skills and emotional growth in young learners, while implementing age-appropriate assessments to tailor educational experiences. Committed to creating a nurturing and safe classroom environment.
Early childhood education professional, known for creating engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Proven ability to foster nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. Valued team collaborator with strong focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in child development and classroom management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Mixed Ages Preschool Teacher
Educare of Lincoln
06.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered early childhood learning and development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance motor skills and social interaction among preschoolers.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment promoting emotional, cognitive, and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual learning needs and progress.
- Assessed students with three different forms, three times a year, did home visits with families in my class two times a year.
Preschool Teacher
Fingerprints Child Development Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive and social development.
- Fostered nurturing environment that encouraged exploration and creativity among preschoolers.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on child progress and behavioral strategies.
- Conducted assessments to monitor developmental milestones and tailored activities accordingly.
- Drove daycare van for field trips with my class
Preschool Teacher
Williamsburg Child Development Center
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Organized age-appropriate activities that enhanced fine motor skills and language acquisition.
- Established positive relationships with children, promoting emotional well-being and self-confidence.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Did school runs with daycare van
Preschool Teacher and Infant Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
04.2012 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance children's educational experiences and address individual needs.
- Ordered baby food for classroom
- Made formula and warmed up bottles and breast milk for infants
- Changed diapers
- Made and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans for infants
- Played with infants on the floor
- Sanitized toys
- Fed older infants table food, made sure it was small enough so they wouldn't choke on it
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2001 - 08.2011
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Taught Kindermusik classes
- Taught a preschool Spanish class
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Educaation
Concordia University
Seward, NE05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE12-1989
Skills
- Classroom manage
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
Timeline
Mixed Ages Preschool Teacher
Educare of Lincoln
06.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Fingerprints Child Development Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
Preschool Teacher
Williamsburg Child Development Center
08.2015 - 09.2017
Preschool Teacher and Infant Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
04.2012 - 08.2015
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2001 - 08.2011
Master of Science - Early Childhood Educaation
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
University of Nebraska, Lincoln