Meredith Bufkin
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 22 years of experience. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
CrossPoint Baptist School
08.2022 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
Children's Ministry Director
Calvary Baptist Church, Woodworth
06.2014 - 12.2019
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Supervised children from ages 2 months to 12 years.
- Planned activities and events for children and their families
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Calvart Baptist Preschool
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of multiple subjects.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment conducive to growth and development.
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2003 - 05.2007
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Child Studies
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05.2002
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Child development expertise
- Curriculum Planning
- CPR and First Aid
- Lesson implementation
- Sensory Play Integration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Loves children
Timeline
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
CrossPoint Baptist School
08.2022 - Current
Children's Ministry Director
Calvary Baptist Church, Woodworth
06.2014 - 12.2019
Lead Three-Years-Old Teacher
Calvart Baptist Preschool
08.2013 - 05.2014
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2003 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Family And Child Studies
Louisiana Tech University
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