Michelle Kirkland
Summerfield,FL
Summary
Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead VPK Teacher
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Ocala, FL
08.2015 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Create weekly lesson plans based on the needs and development level of each child.
- Communicate with parents in a professional manner regarding child's needs or concerns.
- Provide a healthy and positive environment with a positive attitude to influence children who's lives we touch every day.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Little Darlings
Beaverton, OR
03.2009 - 07.2015
- Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 3 months to 6 years old.
- Making sure the kids are always in a safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Online02.2017
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Online06.2013
High School Diploma -
Southridge High School
Beaverton, OR2011
Skills
- Play-Based Learning
- Social Skills Development
- Problem Solving
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Classroom Rules Establishment
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Lesson Planning
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- First Aid and CPR
Timeline
Lead VPK Teacher
Creative Beginnings Preschool
08.2015 - Current
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Little Darlings
03.2009 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
High School Diploma -
Southridge High School