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Lillie Hicks

Houston,TX

Summary

Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress. 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 preschool teacher with expertise in early childhood development paired with several years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional programs. Dedicated to monitoring student progress and maintaining schedules and routines. Supports collaborative teaching and comprehensive student support. Open-minded professional versed in incorporating blend of traditional and progressive techniques into daily activities. Facilitates clear communication between children, parents, and fellow staff. Motivated to help each student succeed through personalized lessons. Organized Preschool Teacher commended for fostering light and playful learning environments. Familiar with behavioral and educational issues and successful ways to address concerns. Manages classrooms according to standards and encourages continuous at-home progress with parental support. Dynamic professional specializing in early childhood development for students with special needs. Adaptable to particular learning needs and abilities of each child. Committed to helping diverse learners reach maximum potential. 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. Trained professional attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements and parent wishes. Cares about student wellbeing and growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
Houston, TX
04.2022 - 01.2024
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
  • Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
  • Assisted in organizing field trips so students could experience hands-on learning opportunities outside the classroom.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary according to school policies.
  • Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
  • Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.

Preschool Teacher

Little Academy of Humble
Houston, TX
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Observed children to record development.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kashmere High School
Houston, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Activity Planning
  • Classroom Organization
  • Student Records Management
  • Head Start programs
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Primrose Schools
04.2022 - 01.2024

Preschool Teacher

Little Academy of Humble
03.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Kashmere High School
Lillie Hicks