Melinda Haas
Madisonville,LA
Summary
Dedicated lead teacher with expertise in fostering social and emotional growth in preschoolers. Skilled in age-appropriate curriculum planning, classroom management, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Accomplished Lead Teacher with over twenty five years of experience in early childhood education. Skilled in curriculum planning, positive reinforcement, and mentoring new teachers. Dedicated to enhancing student development and ensuring effective classroom management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
North Cross Methodist Mother's Day Out
08.2021 - Current
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that fostered social and emotional growth among three-year-olds.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment for young children.
- Coordinated daily activities to enhance language development and cognitive skills in preschoolers.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching methods and classroom practices.
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Kids Kingdom of Covington
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Assessed developmental milestones through observation and documentation, ensuring individual child progress tracking.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education, continually seeking ways to improve teaching practice for the benefit of all learners.
- Maintained detailed records of student achievement, providing timely feedback on progress toward learning goals.
- Organized educational materials and resources that supported hands-on learning experiences for students.
Assistant Director
Primary Colors Learning Center
01.2011 - 07.2018
- Managed daily operations ensuring compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements.
- Mentored staff, providing guidance on best practices in early childhood education techniques.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Improved internal communication with introduction of monthly newsletter, keeping staff informed and engaged.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-2010
Skills
- Art and craft activities
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Outdoor play supervision
- Fine motor skills
- Age-appropriate activities
- Curriculum planning
- Potty training assistance
Certification
CPR Certerfied
Timeline
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
North Cross Methodist Mother's Day Out
08.2021 - Current
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Kids Kingdom of Covington
08.2018 - 08.2021
Assistant Director
Primary Colors Learning Center
01.2011 - 07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Delgado Community College
Louisiana Pathways Early Learning Teacher
- Early Learning Center Teacher Four