Megan Trajkovski
Phoenix,HI
Summary
Nurturing and motivated Montessori guide seeking the Co-lead position at [school name]. With over ten years of professional development in early childhood, I am eager to tackle new responsibilities and form heart-centered relationships with the students, fellow colleagues, and parents. Focused on providing an environment for the children where they are free and safe to create, explore and discover. Passionate about meeting all students' needs through observation, collaboration and implementation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Montessori Hale
Kapa'a, HI
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Used Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques to develop student's full potential and treated each child with dignity and respect.
- Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children.
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans to meet the needs of each student.
- Observed and took notes of students during class work periods.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress, behavior and educational goals.
- Organized field trips that allowed students to explore their environment, learn about nature and develop social skills.
- Encouraged creativity by planning engaging activities such as art projects or music appreciation lessons.
- Created a safe learning environment by enforcing rules, responding appropriately to conflicts and promoting respect among peers.
- Facilitated group discussions that encouraged critical thinking skills while fostering an atmosphere of acceptance.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to Montessori teaching methods.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to provide updates on student progress or address any concerns from parents.
- Scheduled regular meetings with colleagues for collaboration.
- Prepared environment where furnishings and materials corresponded to class needs and paid careful attention to maintaining clean, orderly and attractive Montessori learning area.
- Delivered Montessori lessons with aim of promoting coordination, concentration, independence and order in safe and positive learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans, independent learning exercises, curricula and methods to cater to needs of individual children and facilitated student-led discussions.
- Established powerful and inspiring classroom culture where children had high self-expectations with strong self-motivation and self-direction.
- Formed deep, meaningful, and lasting relationships with parents and students.
Child Caregiver
Reenders-Matsuura Family
Honolulu, HI
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians to communicate daily updates on their child's progress.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Provided stimulating activities to encourage physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Kept records of all activities related to the infant's care such as feedings, sleep times.
- Assisted parents in establishing and maintaining routines for the infant, including feeding, bathing, and bedtime.
- Organized play dates with other children to help promote social interaction.
Nanny Share
Multiple Families
Honolulu, HI
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
- Kept detailed records of each child's progress including meals eaten, naps taken.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
Au Pair
Howard Family
Canberra, ACT Australia
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided transportation to school, extracurricular activities, and other appointments.
- Cared for children in a nurturing manner by providing meals, snacks, bathing and dressing them.
- Maintained a safe environment in the home by monitoring visitors and adhering to household rules.
- Planned educational activities such as crafts, games and outings that promoted physical activity.
- Supported household operations by completing laundry, cooking meals and performing light cleaning.
Associate Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
Rochester, MI
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Prepared classroom materials, organized supplies, and maintained a safe environment for children.
- Facilitated group activities such as music, art, storytelling, playtime.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure best practices were implemented in the classroom setting.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson plans.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
Au Pair
Meccaci Family
San Gimignano, Siena Italy
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Participated in a cultural exchange by speaking and tutoring English to the children and accompanying the family on various outings/gatherings throughout Italy.
- Supported household operations by completing laundry, cooking meals and performing light cleaning.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
- Transported children to schools, social outings and medical appointments.
- Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Krambrooke Children's Center
Washington, MI
08.2013 - 10.2015
- Assisted in creating and implementing lesson plans for preschoolers.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
- Organized play areas, toys, and learning materials to create a safe and stimulating environment.
- Supervised the children while they were engaged in various activities such as arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play.
- Worked with teachers to plan field trips and special events for the students.
- Assessed student progress through observation of their work and interactions with other students.
- Read stories aloud to the children and discussed them afterwards to gauge understanding.
- Helped students learn basic academic skills such as counting, alphabet recognition, writing letters and numbers.
- Observed each child's development throughout the school year and reported any issues or concerns to lead teacher or director.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Developed meaningful relationships with all students based on trust and respect.
- Worked closely with colleagues in order facilitate smooth transitions between activities throughout the day.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
Education
Primary 3-6
Southwest Institute of Montessori Studies
Mesa, AZ08-2024
Associate of Arts - Education
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI12-2021
High School Diploma -
Dakota High School
05.2012
Skills
- Adaptability
- Positive disposition
- Confidence
- Goal-Orientated
- Highly organized
- Parent Communication
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Calm and Patient
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Understanding of Child Development
- Community Service
- Play-Based Learning
- Classroom Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Conflict Resolution
- Creative Thinking
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
Certification
First Aid/CPR (05/01/19)
Volunteer Experience
Vacation Bible School (VBS)- Macomb Christian Church, Summers 2008-2012, Oversee and establish relationships with a group of 7-8 children., Guided from site-to-site., Set up and assisted with activities., Managed behaviour issues within the group., Lead group discussions., Followed daily schedule.
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Paddle boarding
- Free water diving
- Henna
- Guitar
- Traveling
- Acroyoga
- Reading Indigenous history
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Firespinning
- Yoga
- Acroyoga
- Ecstatic Dance
- Meditation
- Hiking
- Rock climbing
- Flute
- Reading
Languages
Macedonian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Montessori Hale
08.2022 - 05.2023
Child Caregiver
Reenders-Matsuura Family
08.2021 - 07.2022
Nanny Share
Multiple Families
04.2021 - 08.2021
Au Pair
Howard Family
07.2019 - 10.2019
Au Pair
Meccaci Family
09.2018 - 12.2018
Associate Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2017 - 07.2019
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Krambrooke Children's Center
08.2013 - 10.2015
Primary 3-6
Southwest Institute of Montessori Studies
Associate of Arts - Education
Macomb Community College
High School Diploma -
Dakota High School