Maria Songer
Watertown,SD
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.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Para/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
McKinley Elementary School
Watertwon, South Dakota
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised students during recess, break, and- Encouraged student participation and active learning.
- Maintained classroom routines for consistency.
- Used technology to enhance presentations.
- Identified and supported students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with teachers for inclusion
- Created a safe environment for special education.
- Used visual aids to aid understanding.
- Improved behavior with positive reinforcement.
Medication Aide/Resident Aide
Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living
Watertown, SD
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers under a licensed nurse.
- I attended classes on medication administration.
- Monitored changes in patients' conditions and vital signs.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, like bathing and dressing.
- Handled emergencies and administered medications as directed.
- Practiced infection control through handwashing and safety procedures.
Subsitute Teacher
Headstart Early Learning center
Watertown, SD
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Supervised students in classroom settings as well as during outdoor playtime activities.
- Explored different teaching strategies according to the needs of each child in the class.
- Read stories aloud to young learners while promoting literacy skills through interactive questioning techniques.
- Collaborated with head teacher to align daily goals and lesson plan strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Area Technical College
Watertown, SD12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/ Special Education
Dakota State University
Madison, SDSkills
- Classroom management
- Individualized care
- Reporting and documenting
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Teaching strategies
- Child is CPR-certified
- Nutrition management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Time management
Certification
- Associates of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education
- Heartsaver First Aide CPR AED
- Orientation to Child Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Long Term Para/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
McKinley Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
Subsitute Teacher
Headstart Early Learning center
01.2024 - 12.2025
Medication Aide/Resident Aide
Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living
08.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Area Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/ Special Education
Dakota State University
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