Lakeisha Taylor

• Designed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum aligned with developmental milestones.
• Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth in students.
• Led training sessions for staff on effective classroom management techniques and educational strategies.
• Collaborated with parents to establish communication channels supporting child development and learning goals.
• Organized community outreach programs integrating families into the educational process for holistic support.
• Evaluated classroom activities, identifying areas for improvement to enhance overall educational quality.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
• Enhanced students'' social skills with daily group activities focused on teamwork, cooperation, and respect for others.
• Ensured compliance with state standards by aligning curriculum materials, lesson plans, assessments, and reporting processes.
• Coordinated with other pre-kindergarten teachers to share resources, ideas, and best practices in order to continually improve instruction across the program.
• Improved student behavior and classroom management through effective communication and consistent enforcement of rules.
• Mentored new teachers by providing guidance, support, and feedback on their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
• Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
• Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
• Assisted and supervised 15-20(sometimes 20-30) children in groups throughout the school day.
• Monitored the classroom to verify a safe and secure environment.

• Developed engaging music curriculum tailored to children's developmental stages.
• Integrated practical lessons to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of music.
• Integrated practical lessons to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of music.
• Led ensemble performances, promoting teamwork and collaboration among students.
• Mentored novice teachers, sharing best practices in music education and classroom management.
• Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
• Organized community events showcasing student talent, fostering school spirit and parent involvement.

• Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
• Collaborated with parents to support children's development and address individual concerns.
• Mentored junior staff in effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
• Assessed student progress regularly to ensure alignment with developmental milestones.
• Organized and led extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and community building.
• Streamlined communication processes between staff, parents, and administration for improved clarity.
• Advocated for children's needs within educational planning meetings to drive program enhancements.
• Enhanced communication skills among students through group projects, presentations, and debates.
• Mentored new teachers to support their transition into the school community and promote professional growth.
• Contributed to after-school programs to enhance the overall educational experience of students beyond the classroom setting.
• Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and instructional strategies.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent discipline practices.
• Served as a positive role model and mentor for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and understanding while supporting their academic growth.
• Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
• Conducted assessments, mentored students ranging from ages 5-12 on a daily basis.

I studied English/Communications at UMES.

I obtained my certification in Early Childhood Education in early 2000. I have worked with/taught/been caregiver to a host of children( 25 years) ranging from ages(1- 12), mentored ages (12-18) in preparation for the realm of education/childcare development. I taught Pre-Kindergarten for 10 years, been an aftercare teacher for 15 years, music teacher for 18 years. I still currently teach/coordinate both music and aftercare classes.