Nancy Duke
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Dedicated and nurturing Pre-K teacher with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and over 23 years of experience in early childhood classrooms. Expertise in fostering children's cognitive, social, and emotional development through engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction. Proven track record of creating structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environments while building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Committed to promoting a positive learning atmosphere that supports all learners and encourages school readiness and lifelong success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
YMCA Little Explorer’s Preschool and Child Development Center
San Angelo, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging, play-based lesson plans incorporating art, music, and storytelling
- Ensure child safety through active supervision and adherence to safety protocols
- Support development of foundational academic and social skills
- Manage daily routines including meals, hygiene, and rest time
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and development
Lead Preschool Teacher
Christoval Elementary ISD
Christoval, TX
11.2021 - 05.2025
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to support whole-child development
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment
- Used diverse teaching strategies to engage students in learning
- Collaborated with parents through conferences and regular communication
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly
Lead Preschool Teacher / Mentor
Children’s Lighthouse
Oak Point, TX
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Promote student growth through developmentally appropriate instruction and activities
- Serve as mentor supporting teacher training, coaching, and classroom improvement
- Assist administration with classroom evaluations and quality assurance processes
- Model effective classroom management, organization, and instructional strategies
- Support implementation of curriculum and school-wide educational programs
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Suffolk Y JCC
Commack, NY
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Taught children ages 3–5 using structured and play-based learning approaches
- Maintained organized and safe classroom environments
- Tracked student activities, behavior, and development daily
- Built strong relationships with families through consistent communication
Spanish Teacher as a second language
Academia Británica Cuscatleca in El Salvador
El Salvador
08.2008 - 06.2017
- Taught reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards
- Assessed student progress and adapted instruction
- Collaborated with staff and engaged families in student learning
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Universidad Evangélica de El Salvador
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Positive reinforcement
- Communicating with parents and teachers
- Organizational and planning skills
- Parent and guardian relations
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Problem-solving skills
- Teaching techniques
- Interactive learning
- Teacher mentoring/training
- Arts and crafts aptitude
Certification
CPR & First Aid Certification
Languages
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
YMCA Little Explorer’s Preschool and Child Development Center
06.2025 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Christoval Elementary ISD
11.2021 - 05.2025
Lead Preschool Teacher / Mentor
Children’s Lighthouse
01.2018 - 11.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Suffolk Y JCC
08.2016 - 07.2017
Spanish Teacher as a second language
Academia Británica Cuscatleca in El Salvador
08.2008 - 06.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Universidad Evangélica de El Salvador
Awards
Teacher of the Week – Concho Educators Federal Credit Union (2025), Teacher of the Week – Christoval Pre-K (2024–2025)