Leslie Wooten
Camden,South Carolina
Summary
Accomplished Preschool Teacher from Lugoff First Baptist CMC, adept in classroom management and curriculum planning. Excelled in fostering child development and enhancing literacy, achieving significant parental engagement and student progress. Skillfully balanced group and individual instruction, ensuring a nurturing learning environment. Demonstrated expertise in early childhood education and positive reinforcement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Lugoff First Baptist CMC
08.1992 - 08.2021
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
- Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
- Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing students' imaginations and interest in reading.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
Education
Child Development
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SCChild Development
Central Carolina Technical College
Camden, SCSkills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Activity Planning
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Lugoff First Baptist CMC
08.1992 - 08.2021
Child Development
York Technical College
Child Development
Central Carolina Technical College
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