Michelle Somerville
Creswell,OR
Summary
Dedicated preschool teacher with experience at The Growing Place, skilled in classroom management and child development. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with students and families while implementing engaging lesson plans. Adept at supporting special needs children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all learners. Certified in First Aid and CPR AED and have my Food Handler's Card. Proactive and caring worker with 20 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place, Preschool and Childcare Center
Creswell, Oregon
09.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Assisted and supervised 15 children through entire school day.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
South Lane School District, Dorena School
Cottage Grove, OR
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Educational Assistant
Creswell School District
Creswell, OR
09.2006 - 09.2021
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Education
Medical Records - Certificate of Health Information Management
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR06-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Training in food handling preparation
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Toileting and feeding
- Calm and patient
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
Accomplishments
- Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
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Timeline
Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place, Preschool and Childcare Center
09.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
South Lane School District, Dorena School
09.2021 - 09.2024
Educational Assistant
Creswell School District
09.2006 - 09.2021
Medical Records - Certificate of Health Information Management
Lane Community College
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