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Lisa Morris

Ozark,MO

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 20 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Hilltop Preschool
08.2013 - Current
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum enhancing cognitive and social development.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment promoting emotional growth and positive behavior among students.
  • Led classroom management initiatives, ensuring safe and engaging learning experiences for all children.
  • Built positive relationships with parents of students and staff.
  • Collaborated with parents to address developmental concerns, reinforcing home-school connections.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.

In Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Supervised daily activities and created engaging learning environments for children.
  • Developed structured schedules that balanced playtime, meals, and educational activities.
  • Managed health and safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for children.
  • Provided a welcoming atmosphere where families felt comfortable entrusting their child's care.
  • Assisted children in developing self-help skills like toilet training, handwashing, dressing independently, and feeding themselves appropriately according to their age level.

Kindergarten Teacher

Nixa School District
01.2002 - 05.2006
  • Implemented individualized learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in students.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to create supportive learning environments for children.
  • Organized classroom activities that promoted social skills, teamwork, and conflict resolution among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
12-2001

High School Diploma -

Grain Valley High School
Grain Valley, MO
05-1997

Skills

  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Child supervision
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Early childhood education
  • Literacy development
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Classroom management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Curriculum planning
  • Child development
  • Certified in early childhood education

Timeline

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Hilltop Preschool
08.2013 - Current

In Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
08.2011 - 08.2013

Kindergarten Teacher

Nixa School District
01.2002 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Missouri State University

High School Diploma -

Grain Valley High School

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