Morgan Besser
Fairbanks,Alaska
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with proven curriculum planning and classroom management expertise, honed across roles at Thrivalaska Head Start and beyond. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and fostering emotional support and development, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in lesson planning and parent-teacher communication, demonstrating a strong work ethic and dependability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Assistant Preschool Teacher
Thrivalaska Head Start
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Fostered strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication about student progress and goals.
- Established a nurturing classroom environment that promoted inclusivity, emotional well-being, and social development.
- Encouraged peer collaboration by facilitating group projects that fostered teamwork and cooperation among students.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Preschool Teacher Lead
Open Arms
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional
Joy Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Babysitter
Family Friend
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
Education
Early Childhood Education
UAF
Fairbanks, AKHigh School Diploma -
NRHEG
New Richland, MN06.2021
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Play-based instruction
- Health and safety
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Nurturing Environment
- Special Needs Support
- Classroom Organization
- Curriculum Planning
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Classroom Management
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Training in food handling preparation
- Emotional Support and Development
- Creative Thinking
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Development
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
Timeline
Head Start Assistant Preschool Teacher
Thrivalaska Head Start
01.2023 - 06.2024
Preschool Teacher Lead
Open Arms
05.2022 - 12.2022
Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional
Joy Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
Babysitter
Family Friend
10.2018 - 12.2021
Early Childhood Education
UAF
High School Diploma -
NRHEG