Melissa Varn
Winnsboro,SC
Summary
Dynamic Kindergarten Teacher with a proven track record at Geiger Elementary School, adept at differentiated instruction and fostering parent-teacher communication. Enhanced student engagement through creative teaching strategies and effective classroom management, resulting in a nurturing environment that supports diverse learning needs and promotes academic success.
Professional educator with strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Proficient in curriculum development, student assessment, and communication with parents.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Geiger Elementary School
08.2014 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Kindergarten Teacher
Somerset Christian School
08.2004 - 05.2010
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05-2004
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative teaching strategies
- Student assessment
Certification
- LETRS Certified - (2023-2025)
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Geiger Elementary School
08.2014 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Somerset Christian School
08.2004 - 05.2010
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Trevecca Nazarene University
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