Lashonda Anderson
Robert,LA
Summary
Dedicated Preschool Teacher brings high energy, early intervention knowledge and dedication to preschoolers. Focused on planning diverse activities to enrich learning and promote individual growth. Encouraging, upbeat and motivated to positively impact students.
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes.
Motivated and energetic to apply early childhood education principles in preschool setting. Dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity. Certified in First Aid and CPR.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
SLU Headstart & Early Headstart
Hammond, Louisiana
08.2017 - Current
- Attended staff meetings, workshops and professional development opportunities to stay current on early childhood education trends.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop team approaches to problem solving within the classroom setting.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress or challenges they may be facing.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Supervised children during meals, rest periods, playtime and other activities to ensure safety.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Childcare Teacher
Living way Instructions Zone
Hammond, Louisiana
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Supervised outdoor activities such as sports, playground games and field trips.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Daycare Teacher
Anderson Childcare
Hammond, Louisiana
05.2009 - 01.2013
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and progress.
Education
Associate Child Development Young Children - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northshore Technical Community College
Hammond, LA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School
Hammond, LA05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor Business/General Studies
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LASkills
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Assessment methods
- Parent communication
- Lesson implementation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Fine motor skill development
- Outdoor play supervision
- Observation and documentation
- Early childhood education
- Proficient in childcare management software
- Certified in early childhood education
- Lesson planning
- Classroom organization
- Head start programs
- Special education
Timeline
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
SLU Headstart & Early Headstart
08.2017 - Current
Childcare Teacher
Living way Instructions Zone
01.2013 - 08.2017
Daycare Teacher
Anderson Childcare
05.2009 - 01.2013
Associate Child Development Young Children - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northshore Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Hammond High School
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor Business/General Studies
Southeastern Louisiana University