Mia Masten
Austerlitz
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with expertise in early childhood education at ECC at Hevreh, adept at fostering child development through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Skilled in differentiated instruction and parent-teacher communication, I successfully enhanced student engagement and social skills, creating a nurturing environment for diverse learners.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
ECC at Hevreh
Great Barrington, MA
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans to foster children's cognitive and social development.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and setting up learning environments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement effective classroom management strategies promoting positive behavior.
- Observed and documented student progress, contributing to individualized learning plans for diverse needs.
- Engaged children in creative play and hands-on activities to enhance motor skills and critical thinking.
- Communicated with parents regarding child development, fostering strong home-school partnerships for support.
- Participated in professional development workshops to continuously improve teaching techniques and methodologies.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to engage students, making learning more interactive and fun.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities that encouraged collaboration and communication.
- Improved learning with well-structured lesson plans that made complex concepts easier for preschoolers to understand.
Customer Service Cashier
Tractor Supply Company
Hudson, NY
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at point of sale.
- Assisted customers in locating merchandise and provided product information.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit payments, ensuring security protocols were followed.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism and courtesy.
- Supported inventory management by restocking shelves and checking product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery during peak hours.
- Trained new cashiers on operating procedures and customer interaction standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
- Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
- Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
- Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
- Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
Neuro Behavioral Assistant
Timberlyn Heights
Great Barrington, MA
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in implementing behavioral intervention strategies for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop tailored support plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral changes in daily reports.
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote social skills and emotional regulation among clients.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients during therapeutic sessions, enhancing their engagement and participation.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to ensure safety and well-being of clients in challenging situations.
- Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and encouraging open communication.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of behavioral management techniques and best practices.
- Improved student behavior by implementing customized behavioral intervention plans.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address individual students'' behavioral needs for better classroom dynamics.
- Provided ongoing assessments of student progress, making adjustments to intervention plans as needed for optimal results.
- Coordinated with school counselors, psychologists, and other support staff to ensure a holistic approach to each student''s behavioral progress.
- Assisted teachers in adapting instructional materials and approaches based on specific student needs for more inclusive learning experiences.
- Promoted positive peer interactions through guided role-play exercises designed to teach empathy and conflict resolution skills effectively.
- Aided in the transition between various educational settings, providing continuity of care for students experiencing changes due to internal or external factors such as relocation.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment for all students by addressing potential triggers or challenges they may face.
- Enhanced parent understanding of behavior management strategies, conducting workshops and training sessions to promote consistency in interventions at home.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield, MA01.2026
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills
Craryville, NY06.2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity planning
- Curriculum planning
- Training in food handling preparation
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Special needs support
- Differentiated instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Daycare management
- Child development expertise
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Student records management
- Special education
- Supply management
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
ECC at Hevreh
06.2025 - Current
Customer Service Cashier
Tractor Supply Company
07.2024 - 06.2025
Neuro Behavioral Assistant
Timberlyn Heights
04.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Berkshire Community College
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills