Innovative Kindergarten Teacher creates individualized lesson plans promoting intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of students. Adapts instructional strategies to meet various learning needs and objectives. Student-centric instructor with unwavering commitment to optimizing success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Lincoln County Board Of Education
Stanford, KY
07.2022 - Current
Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
Insurance Agent
Aflac
Columbus, GA
07.2011 - 07.2022
Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
Responded quickly and accurately to inquiries from clients regarding their coverage plans.
Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high satisfaction levels.
Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
Analyzed customer needs and provided best options, upselling products and services.
Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.
Explained different options to prospective clients, encouraging sale of insurance policies that best fit needs.
Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
Cashier
Walmart
Columbia, KY
01.2009 - 07.2011
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY
05-2011
High School Diploma -
Casey County High School
Liberty, KY
05-2006
Master of Science - P-5 Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
Skills
Excellent Classroom Management
Early Education Specialist
Student Records Management
Disciplinary Techniques
Elementary Education
Curriculum Planning
Classroom Management
Early Childhood Development
Lesson Planning
Classroom Organization
Faculty Collaboration
Behavior Management
Classroom Instruction
Social-Emotional Learning
Parent Communication
Emotional Support
Community Involvement
Student Assessment
Group and Individual Instruction
Affiliations
Basketball and Cheerleading Coordinator
Youth Basketball Coach
Certification
Currently in school for my Masters in P-5 Education and will receive my certificate in August (if not sooner) I was hired on in Lincoln County as an Option 6 and received my letter of intent to show I am working towards my certification.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Lincoln County Board Of Education
07.2022 - Current
Insurance Agent
Aflac
07.2011 - 07.2022
Cashier
Walmart
01.2009 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
High School Diploma -
Casey County High School
Master of Science - P-5 Education
University of The Cumberlands
Currently in school for my Masters in P-5 Education and will receive my certificate in August (if not sooner) I was hired on in Lincoln County as an Option 6 and received my letter of intent to show I am working towards my certification.
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