Open To Work
Monica Casey
Olympia,WA
Summary
Adaptable Montessori professional with experience leading mixed-age classrooms, supporting teaching teams, and guiding positive student behavior. Strong time management, organization, and communication skills support smooth daily operations, family partnerships, and consistent learning outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower Elementary Floater Teacher
Montessori School Of Pensacola
Pensacola, FL
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Guided mixed-age lessons in language, math, and cultural studies, fostering collaboration and engagement using Montessori techniques.
- Monitored student progress and tailored instruction to address developmental needs and optimize diverse learning styles.
- Developed and organized Montessori lower elementary environment with hands-on materials, enhancing individualized learning and fostering independence.
- Assisted all lower elementary classroom teams with educational and classroom management support, adapting quickly to daily schedule changes and staffing gaps.
Lower Elementary Teacher
Montessori School Of Pensacola
Pensacola, FL
08.2017 - 07.2024
- Designed and prepared Montessori materials and lessons supporting individualized instruction across lower elementary curriculum.
- Guided mixed-age students through hands-on learning using Montessori manipulatives.
- Observed and assessed student progress and adjusted instruction to match developmental needs.
- Maintained prepared classroom environment promoting independence and concentration.
- Reinforced positive classroom expectations through consistent redirection and respectful guidance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum, routines, and student support strategies.
- Communicated with families regarding progress, concerns, and classroom expectations.
- Promoted a love of learning by creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and supported.
- Documented academic performance and behavior to inform lesson planning and parent communication.
- Enhanced students' reading and writing skills by developing guided reading groups and writer's workshops.
Upper Elementary School Teacher
Montessori School Of Pensacola
Pensacola, FL
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Organized resources and structured environment to foster student independence, order, and engagement.
- Delivered coordinated instruction through team teaching to maintain effective classroom learning in classroom of 50+ students.
- Designed individualized Montessori lessons aligned with elementary curriculum and student developmental needs.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instruction to strengthen literacy, math, and critical thinking skills.
- Guided mixed-age classroom activities to support independence, focus, and collaborative learning.
- Maintained organized academic records, observation notes, and progress reports for instructional planning.
- Established respectful classroom routines that supported calm transitions and consistent behavior expectations.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to refine lesson plans and improve classroom learning outcomes.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Substitute and After School Teacher
Montessori School Of Pensacola
Pensacola, FL
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Maintained prepared classroom environment, supporting Montessori routines and smooth daily transitions.
- Supervised students during indoor, outdoor, and transition activities, reinforcing safety and order.
- Reinforced independence, respect, and concentration through consistent Montessori guidance.
- Assisted staff with attendance, dismissal, and routine classroom management tasks.
- Communicated effectively with lead teachers regarding student progress, behavior, and classroom needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Secondary Education
Graceland College
Lamoni, IAMontessori Elementary I/II Certificate - Ages 6-12
Center For Guided Montessori Studies
Tampa, FL01-2017
Skills
- Montessori methodology
- Curriculum design
- Effective classroom management
- Learning strategies
- Group instruction
- Advanced organizational skills
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Conflict management
- Diversity awareness
Accomplishments
- American Montessori Society ABAR (Anti-Bias Anti-Racist) Certificate, 2022
- Facilitator, Montessori Community High School start-up, 2018-2020 (dissolved in 2020)