Melissa Hurley
Waukee
Summary
Dedicated and passionate education student seeking a student teacher opportunity to further develop instructional skills, classroom management, and student engagement strategies. Experienced in early childhood education with a strong commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and student-centered learning environment.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Clive
2024 - Current
- Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment.
- I support language development, social skills, and early learning through play.
- I maintain strong communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Clive
2022 - 2024
- Coordinated daily center operations, providing staff support and enhancing family communication.
- Maintained licensing requirements and classroom quality standards.
- Facilitated classroom management, lesson planning, and addressed student needs for teachers.
- Fostered strong relationships with staff, families, and students to enhance center culture.
Preschool Teacher Leader
KinderCare Learning Centers
Clive
2018 - 2022
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons tailored to developmental needs of preschool learners, fostering curiosity and exploration.
- Supported students' social, emotional, and academic growth through interactive play-based learning, enhancing their overall development.
- Embedded specially designed instruction within daily routines, promoting inclusivity and effective learning for diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA01-2027
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Play-based learning
- Observation and assessment
- Progress reporting
- Family communication
- Child development
- Adaptive teaching strategies
- Team collaboration
- Social-emotional learning
Field Experience
- Preschool- 5th grade practicum experience
- Observed and supported classroom instruction
- Assisted with lesson planning, small group instruction, and classroom management
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
- Used formative assessment strategies to monitor student progress and guide instruction
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
2024 - Current
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
2022 - 2024
Preschool Teacher Leader
KinderCare Learning Centers
2018 - 2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University