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MARY BENTLEY

MARY BENTLEY

David,United States

Summary

I am a Passionate and dedicated Educator with over 10 years of experience working with young children. Skilled in creating engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment, and building strong relationships with students and their families. I have developed a deep understanding of child development theories and best practices in education. Committed to promoting the social, emotional, and cognitive growth of every child in my care. A team player with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.

Upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Accomplished teaching and successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Floyd County Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum for a diverse group of preschool children
  • Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and communicate with parents about their child's growth and milestones
  • Created engaging and hands-on learning experiences that catered to different learning styles and abilities
  • Collaborated with colleagues and administration to ensure a cohesive and effective preschool program that met state standards and guidelines
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.

Head Start Teacher

Floyd County Schools
07.2016 - 08.2022
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to promote cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development of preschool children
  • Facilitated parent involvement by conducting regular conferences and providing resources for families to support children's growth and learning at home
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate services and create individualized education plans for children with special needs
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment by enforcing health and safety regulations and promoting positive behavior management techniques
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay current on best practices in early childhood education

Head Start Assistant

Floyd County Board of Education
07.2014 - 07.2016
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of age-appropriate and culturally sensitive curriculum for preschool children in alignment with Head Start standards.
  • Provided support to teaching staff in creating engaging and interactive learning experiences that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Conducted regular observations and assessments of children's progress and communicated findings to teachers and parents to support individualized learning plans.
  • Collaborated with families and community partners to connect children and parents with resources and support services to promote overall well-being and school readiness.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children by implementing health, safety, and sanitation procedures in compliance with Head Start regulations.

Education

Ed.S. - Educational Leadership And Management

University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
07-2025

Primary To Fifth Grade Add On To MAT - Elementary Education

University of The Cumberlands Graduate And Online
Williamsburg, Kentucky
07-2024

Master in the art of Teaching (MAT) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching

University of the Cumberlands Graduate
Williamsburg, Kentucky
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Early Childhood Education

University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, Kentucky
03.2022

Associate of Science - AS - Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Penn Foster
Scranton, Pennsylvania
03.2018

Certification in Child Development - undefined

Penn Foster
Scranton, Pennsylvania
07.2013

Skills

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Child Development
  • Pre-K
  • Elementary Education

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Floyd County Schools
08.2022 - Current

Head Start Teacher

Floyd County Schools
07.2016 - 08.2022

Head Start Assistant

Floyd County Board of Education
07.2014 - 07.2016

Master in the art of Teaching (MAT) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching

University of the Cumberlands Graduate

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Early Childhood Education

University of the Cumberlands

Associate of Science - AS - Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Penn Foster

Certification in Child Development - undefined

Penn Foster

Ed.S. - Educational Leadership And Management

University of The Cumberlands

Primary To Fifth Grade Add On To MAT - Elementary Education

University of The Cumberlands Graduate And Online
MARY BENTLEY
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