Madison Montgomery
Burleson
Summary
Dynamic PreK Teacher at Keene ISD with a passion for early childhood education and a proven track record in enhancing student engagement through creative lesson planning and play-based learning. Skilled in fostering social-emotional development and maintaining effective parent-teacher communication, I cultivate a nurturing environment that supports diverse learners' growth. I am very growth oriented. I am receptive to the constructive feedback and constantly looking for ways to improve and better myself as a teacher.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PreK Teacher
Keene ISD
07.2022 - Current
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
PreK Paraprofessional
BISD
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day, minimizing downtime and maximizing instructional time.
- Aided in preparing materials for daily lessons, allowing lead teacher more time focusing on instructional planning.
- Supported lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to the needs of individual students.
- Provided ongoing feedback to lead teacher about student progress, working together to create targeted intervention strategies for struggling learners.
- Assisted students with diverse abilities, providing extra support and one-on-one attention when needed.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
Daycare Teacher
First United Methodist Church Preschool
07.2014 - 05.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule
Sales Associate
Rebecca’s Boutique
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Stephen F Austin
Nacogdoches, TX12.2021
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child supervision
- Cultural sensitivity
- Positive reinforcement
- Performance improvement
- Calm and patient
- Effective listening
- Organizational and planning skills
Certification
I am certified in EC-6. I am STR certified, and actively working on my ESL certification.
Timeline
PreK Teacher
Keene ISD
07.2022 - Current
PreK Paraprofessional
BISD
07.2020 - 05.2022
Sales Associate
Rebecca’s Boutique
07.2019 - 07.2020
Daycare Teacher
First United Methodist Church Preschool
07.2014 - 05.2021
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Stephen F Austin
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