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Matthew Bernard

Londonderry,NH

Summary

Lead Teacher with strong background in education, program management, and compliance. Develops and executes lesson plans that enhance cognitive skills, language development, and creative expression. Proficient in curriculum design and child development objectives, ensuring alignment with educational standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

CAPHR
Derry, NH
10.2011 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to preschool education standards.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments and other important information pertaining to each student.

Program Specialist

Kindercare Learning Centre
Londonderry, NH
07.2007 - 10.2011
  • Provided guidance to new staff members about their roles and responsibilities within the organization's programming framework.
  • Coordinated resources for program implementation, including personnel and materials.
  • Participated in team-building exercises that fostered collaboration among staff members working on the project.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Derry Cooperative School District
Derry, NH
10.2006 - 06.2007
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
  • Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.

Paraprofessional

Derry Cooperative School District
Derry, NH
09.2005 - 10.2006
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.

Education

Praxis II - Pre-Kindergarten Education

New Hampshire Department of Education
New Hampshire
03-2013

Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Education

Ellis University
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
12-2009

Bachelor of Arts - English with Minor in Special Education

University of New Hampshire
NH
05-2006

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Child assessment
  • Individualized education plans
  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR Certified

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

CAPHR
10.2011 - Current

Program Specialist

Kindercare Learning Centre
07.2007 - 10.2011

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Derry Cooperative School District
10.2006 - 06.2007

Paraprofessional

Derry Cooperative School District
09.2005 - 10.2006

Praxis II - Pre-Kindergarten Education

New Hampshire Department of Education

Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Education

Ellis University

Bachelor of Arts - English with Minor in Special Education

University of New Hampshire