Maria Pearson
Hurricane,WV
Summary
Motivated and energetic to apply early childhood education principles in preschool setting. Dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity. Certified in First Aid and CPR. Trained Preschool Universal Teacher attentive to children's needs and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements and parent wishes. Cares about student wellbeing and growth. Motivated Early Childhood Education Teacher brings 38 years in early childhood education. Dedicated to child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing, and adaptable in approach.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Putnam County Board Of Education
Hurricane, WV
08.2008 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Putnam County Board Of Education
Hurricane, WV
08.2008 - Current
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
- Monitored students' progress using observation techniques and documented development records.
- Recognized early signs of emotional or developmental problems in children.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.
- Engaged in individualized instruction with special needs students as needed.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Elementary Teacher, Grades Pre-K-5
Fulton County Board of Education
Alpharetta, GA
09.1985 - 06.2003
- Served as Early Intervention Program (EIP) teacher where i worked closely with classroom Teachers in K-5
- Staff development courses include: Power Writing, Reading,Strategies for Elementary Teachers, Math Continuous Training level and 2 ,Community Hands on Learning, Macintosh Level 1 and 2, Intro TESA
- Alpharetta Elementary 3rd Grade Teacher
- Alpharetta Elementary 1st Grade Teacher
- Conley Hills Elementary Kindergarten Teacher
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Elementary Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA08-1984
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Staff Development
- Early Childhood Education
- First-aid and CPR
- Classroom Organization
- Special Education
- Differentiated Instruction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Putnam County Board Of Education
08.2008 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Putnam County Board Of Education
08.2008 - Current
Elementary Teacher, Grades Pre-K-5
Fulton County Board of Education
09.1985 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Elementary Education
Georgia Southern University