Kristy Lawton
Dallas Day School
Dallas,TX
20
years of professional experience
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Dallas Day School, excelling in classroom management and fostering a positive learning environment. Skilled in lesson planning and student assessment, I inspire growth through effective communication and relationship building, ensuring each child's development is prioritized. Committed to mentoring new teachers and enhancing instructional strategies.
Work History
Mentor Teacher
19 Years 10 Months- Coached classroom teachers on lesson planning, behavior support, and instructional routines
- Modeled effective teaching strategies during classroom observations and follow-up feedback sessions
- Guided new teachers through onboarding, classroom setup, and daily school procedures
- Communicated with families and team members to support student development and engagement
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best practices for increased effectiveness across the school.
- Developed and implemented mentoring program for new teachers, improving their classroom management skills and teaching effectiveness.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff.
Education
Child Development Associate - Child Development
High School Diploma
Skills
Peer coaching
New teacher coaching
Early childhood education
Records management
Staff supervision
Activity planning
Professionalism
Teacher support
Parent communication
Self motivation
Decision-making
Positive learning environment
Effective communication
Active listening
Organizational skills
Excellent communication
Reliability
Multitasking
Leadership and inspiration
Teamwork
Teacher mentoring
New hire orientation
Excellent classroom management
Parent and teacher conferences
Classroom restocking
Parent and student communication
Reporting and documentation
Record keeping
Student records management
Social-emotional learning training
Learning strategies
Small group instruction
Student assessment
Curriculum implementation
Child development
Classroom instruction
Growth mindset
Positive role model and mentor
Parent-teacher communication
Lesson planning
Critical thinking
Relationship building
Classroom management
Making Orders
Leadership
Cleaning
Helping keep school clean and materials stocked
Ordering cleaning supplies
Folding school laundry
Keeping Laundry room clean
Timeline
Mentor Teacher
Dallas Day School
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
Eastfield College
Child Development Associate from Child Development
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High School Diploma
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