Marci Gallahan
Ballard,TX
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate educator with extensive experience in early childhood and special needs education, notably at Wayne D. Boshears. Excelled in creating inclusive, nurturing environments, enhancing communication for non-verbal children, and fostering strong family relationships. Skilled in classroom organization and adaptability, with a proven track record of improving child development outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Hand In Hand Early Learning Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
- Led enriching outdoor activities that promoted physical fitness, coordination, and exploration of the natural world.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss each child''s progress and address concerns or suggestions.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wayne D. Boshears
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Special Needs Nanny
Ashley Loyd
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and behavior modification strategies.
- Enhanced communication skills for non-verbal children through consistent use of sign language and visual aids.
- Fostered emotional well-being through active listening, validation, and encouragement during difficult moments or transitions.
- Increased independence in daily living activities by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, and hygiene management.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child''s progress as well as discussing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with children under my care, creating an atmosphere of trust that facilitated growth and progress.
- Improved child development outcomes by implementing personalized special needs care plans.
- Documented daily progress notes to track achievements, challenges, and areas requiring additional attention from therapists or other professionals.
- Organized stimulating activities that catered to individual learning styles while incorporating therapeutic goals.
- Transported children safely to school, therapy appointments, recreational activities, maintaining punctuality at all times.
Education
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Creative teaching
- Classroom organization
- Documentation and record keeping
- Parent communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Early childhood education
- Special needs support
- Strong work ethic
- Friendly and likeable
- Loves children
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Child care
- Active listener
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Hand In Hand Early Learning Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wayne D. Boshears
08.2017 - 07.2020
Special Needs Nanny
Ashley Loyd
09.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Education
Grand Canyon University
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