Lisa Martin
Newtown,PA
Summary
Accomplished K-enrichment Lead Teacher at KinderCare Associates, adept in lesson and curricula development, and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Leveraged educational leadership and classroom management to enhance student engagement and success, implementing differentiated instruction strategies that significantly closed achievement gaps. Skilled in incorporating project-based learning and safety awareness, consistently promoting inclusive and dynamic learning environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
K-enrichment Lead Teacher
KinderCare Associates
09.2014 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Child Caregiver
Tom Johnson
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
- Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Prepared healthy meals following dietary guidelines or specific parent instructions while considering individual food preferences or allergies.
- Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
Education
High School Diploma - Nursing
Harry S Truman
Bristol, PA1985
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Student engagement
- Educational leadership
- Project-based learning
- Mathematics instruction
- Curricula development
- Group and individual instruction
- SmartClassroom technology
Timeline
K-enrichment Lead Teacher
KinderCare Associates
09.2014 - Current
Child Caregiver
Tom Johnson
09.2011 - 06.2014
High School Diploma - Nursing
Harry S Truman
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