Marquita Richardson
Washington ,DC
Summary
I have been an early childhood educator for the last 18 years. I received my degree last January in 2025 and early childhood education. I have had my CDA for over 18 years now I have been trained in creative curriculum, high scope and teaching strategies I have been a lead teacher for a year and a half at the House of Representatives and I was a lead teacher at little beginnings child development center for eight years. I have done staff training and I am part of our school conscious discipline team. In which I have practiced over the last 16 years.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
US House of Representatives, TX-16
Washington DC
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Supported classroom management to create a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and administration.
- Implemented educational tools and resources to enhance student engagement.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices for instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Assistant Teacher
US House of Representatives
Washington DC
03.2021 - 01.2025
- Supported instructional delivery through lesson planning and classroom management.
- Assisted in developing curriculum materials aligned with educational standards.
- Facilitated student assessments and tracking of academic progress.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
Lead Teacher
Little Beginnings CDC
Arlington VA
11.2007 - 11.2018
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Supported classroom management to create a positive learning environment.
- Implemented educational tools and resources to enhance student engagement.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices for instructional strategies.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Trinity Washington University
Washington DC01.2025
CDA - Early Childhood Education
University of District of Columbia
Washington DC05.2008
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Student engagement
- Training and mentoring
- IEP support
Timeline
Lead Teacher
US House of Representatives, TX-16
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
US House of Representatives
03.2021 - 01.2025
Lead Teacher
Little Beginnings CDC
11.2007 - 11.2018
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Trinity Washington University
CDA - Early Childhood Education
University of District of Columbia