Maria Klopfenstein
Camby,IN
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
Monrovia Christian Preschool
Monrovia, IN
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular progress updates.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
Pre -K Teacher
Homeschool Academy
Martinsville, Indiana
08.2013 - 05.2022
- Taught preschool-sixth grade
- Designed and led extra-curricular activities for Harbor Academy.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
2nd Grade Teacher
St. Charles Barromeo Catholic School
Bloomington, Indiana
08.2012 - 01.2013
- Taught 2nd grade and led enrichment activities
- Designed differentiated instruction to support every type of learners.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to engage students in the learning process.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and behavior issues.
Kindergarten Teacher
Learning Time Daycare and Kindergarten
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Lead Kindergarten teacher and Assistant Teacher
- Led kindergarten curriculum and designed learning activities
- Implemented enrichment activities for diverse learners.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Summer Schools
Kensington , MD
06.1995 - 06.2002
- Facilitated self-learning activities for children to reach potential at Evergreen Montessori
- Lead Teacher Korean Summer School
- Taught Math and English to 3rd grade.
- Evaluated student work using established criteria.
Afterschool Program Assistant
Highlands Elementary School
Irving , TX
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Assisted students with homework, tutored Math and Reading
- Led learning activities for social and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of after-school activities.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe environment.
Education
Certification in Elementary Education -
University of Phoenix
05.2012
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies -
University of Indianapolis
05.2011
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Development
- Teaching
- Communication
- Student Engagement
- Classroom management
- Problem solving
- Facilitator
- Design and implement learning/enrichment activities
- Calm and patient
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Preschool Director
Monrovia Christian Preschool
08.2022 - 10.2022
Pre -K Teacher
Homeschool Academy
08.2013 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
St. Charles Barromeo Catholic School
08.2012 - 01.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
Learning Time Daycare and Kindergarten
08.2003 - 05.2004
Afterschool Program Assistant
Highlands Elementary School
08.1997 - 06.1998
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Summer Schools
06.1995 - 06.2002
Certification in Elementary Education -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies -
University of Indianapolis