Dynamic preschool teacher with a proven track record at Gateway Association, excelling in classroom management and curriculum planning. Adept at fostering student engagement through innovative lesson plans and positive reinforcement. Skilled in parent-teacher communication, ensuring a collaborative approach to child development and support for special needs students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher-Lead
Gateway Association
Anderson, In
11.2011 - 02.2013
Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and resources.
Assisted in implementing lesson plans to foster student engagement and learning.
Monitored student behavior, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop age-appropriate curriculum activities.
Participated in IEP meetings, and behavior management planning for students.
Conducted Parent Teacher Conferences
Receptionist
VCA Northwood Animal Hospital
Anderson, IN
03.2005 - 11.2011
Managed front desk operations, greeting visitors and directing inquiries efficiently.
Coordinated appointment scheduling and maintained accurate calendar management for staff.
Assisted in handling phone communications, ensuring timely responses to client inquiries.
Maintained organized filing system for documents, enhancing accessibility and retrieval efficiency.
Conducted Management duties in the absence of the Office Manager.
Set in on interviews, and reviewed references
safety leader for the facility and staff.
daily register settlements, and banking deposits.
Processed incoming mail and packages, distributing them to appropriate departments promptly.
Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and maintaining office supplies inventory.
Implemented visitor check-in procedures, improving security and reception workflow efficiency.
Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering a welcoming environment at reception area.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Resolved customer problems and complaints.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education And Applied Behavior Therapy
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
12-2021
Skills
Classroom management
Classroom organization
Child development
Positive reinforcement
Parent-teacher communication
Lesson planning
Early childhood education
Group and individual instruction
Activity planning
Curriculum planning
Training in food handling preparation
Social skills development
Age-appropriate assessment
Adept at working with special needs children
Conflict resolution techniques
Student records management
Timeline
Preschool Teacher-Lead
Gateway Association
11.2011 - 02.2013
Receptionist
VCA Northwood Animal Hospital
03.2005 - 11.2011
Master of Science - Special Education And Applied Behavior Therapy
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