Michelle Aboud
Coos Bay,OR
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with a strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
ORCCA - South Coast Head Start
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing behavioral expectations and fostering a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare instructional materials and resources for lessons
- Conducted small group sessions to enhance student comprehension of core subjects
- Organized classroom activities and events to promote engagement and participation among students
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure student success
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and academic achievements
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Assistant Director
New Horizon Academy
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Coordinated staff training sessions, fostering professional growth and teamwork among educators.
- Developed and implemented educational programs enhancing child development and engagement.
- Facilitated communication between parents and staff, addressing concerns and promoting collaborative relationships.
- Engaged in community outreach efforts, promoting New Horizon Academy's mission and increasing enrollment opportunities.
Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher
New Horizon Academy
01.2011 - 01.2022
- Mentor teacher
- Train new hires on policies and procedures.
- EHS partnership teacher
- Create lesson plans using creative curriculum.
- Use TS Gold assessment for conferences.
- Complete ASQ's to monitor child progress and make appropriate referrals.
- Excelled in the classroom by exhibiting stellar curriculum, engaging classroom displays, weekly lesson plans, maintaining professional and positive relationships with families, and consistently performing above and beyond normal job expectations.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to toddler developmental stages.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment, promoting social and emotional growth.
- Coordinated daily activities that encouraged exploration and creativity in young children.
- Monitored and assessed individual progress, adapting strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on child development and classroom activities.
- Implemented effective behavior management techniques, enhancing classroom dynamics and cooperation.
- Facilitated interactive storytelling sessions, stimulating language development and comprehension skills.
- Organized sensory play experiences that promoted fine motor skills and cognitive development.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education With A Science Cognate
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MNSkills
- Positive attitude
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
- Classroom support
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
- CPR and first aid
- Multicultural awareness
- Serving diverse communities
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
Accomplishments
- Teacher of Distinction 2015 & 2016
- Educator of Excellence 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, & 2022
- Consistently maintained all requirements of the teacher of distinction award and was a role model in the school. Was recognized as a long term educator who had made a difference to many children and families.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
ORCCA - South Coast Head Start
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Director
New Horizon Academy
01.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher
New Horizon Academy
01.2011 - 01.2022
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education With A Science Cognate
Saint Cloud State University
PROFILE
I have worked in the early childhood field for 14 years. In that time, I have found a passion for working with children who come from hardships. My goal in the early childhood field is to build trusted relationships with the children and families in my care and help those around me understand that behavior is communication.
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