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Marsha Profitt

Rosedale,NY

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive, and motivated with a strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 10+ years of experience with a passion for building a strong rapport with faculty, students, and caregivers.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Blue Star Academy
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in the learning process.
  • Monitored classroom to verify a safe and secure environment.
  • Maintained anorganized, fun, and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
  • Currently using Creative Curriculum to assess children's progress throughout the school year.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Cambria Center For The Gifted
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Creating lesson plans that involved collaboration with my assistant, along with creating dance movements that enhanced learning.
  • Used Teaching Strategies to assess children's progress.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Protected children in class, at recess, and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular updates and open dialogue, fostering a supportive environment for student success.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Montessori Progressive
09.2014 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported them to parents.

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to develop goals for students' academic progress.
  • Conducted small groups to enhance student's learning abilities towards the subject.
  • Assisted students with one-to-one classroom assignments.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop appropriate lessons.
  • Monitored student’s indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Escorted students on and off the bus to travel home.

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Media Communication

SUNY College At Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NY
06.2004

Skills

  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • Creative Teaching Strategies
  • Differentiated Instruction

Certification

  • Licensed Early Childhood Education ( Birth-Grade 2) Initial Certificate - 04/27/2022-08/31/2027
  • Montessori Certified 2016,
  • CPR/ First Aide Certified 2023
  • Mandated Reporter 2022

Timeline

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Blue Star Academy
07.2021 - Current

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Cambria Center For The Gifted
08.2018 - 06.2021

Preschool Lead Teacher

Montessori Progressive
09.2014 - 08.2018

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
09.2013 - 06.2014

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Adelphi University

Bachelor of Science - Media Communication

SUNY College At Old Westbury

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