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Kylie Smith

Hanvoer,IL

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

River Ridge CUSD 210
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.

Lead Teacher

Galena ARC
05.2021 - 08.2023

Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • 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.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.

Education

M.Ed - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
03.2024

Bachelors of Arts And Certificate of Special Ed. - Elementary Education

University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Platteville, WI
12.2022

Skills

  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)

  • Positive Reinforcement

  • Student Records Management

  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement

  • Organizational and Planning Skills

  • Schedule creation and maintenance

  • Decision-Making

  • Student Data Management

  • Supervising Classroom Activities

  • Behavior Modification Techniques

  • Creative Thinking

  • Parent and Guardian Relations

  • Classroom Management

  • Classroom Supplies Ordering

  • Differentiated Instruction

  • Conflict resolution techniques

  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development

  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

River Ridge CUSD 210
01.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Galena ARC
05.2021 - 08.2023

M.Ed - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education

Bachelors of Arts And Certificate of Special Ed. - Elementary Education

University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Kylie Smith