Friendly and energetic Pre-K teacher with 16 years in early childhood education in a district. Also, 6 years of daycare teaching and early childhood experience previous to that. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Creates amazing relationships with families and students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
UPK Teacher
Volunteers Of America Children's Center
Rochester , NY
08.2010 - Current
Provided active, fully engaged supervision of children at all times.
Provided developmentally appropriate activities and experiences to facilitate children’s development in multiple areas.
Ensured that classroom meets each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs.
Ensured that child assessments and screenings are completed.
Scheduled and conducted individual parent-teacher conferences according to VOA schedule, communicate on regular basis with parents/guardian to build mutual
Maintained classroom cleanliness and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including state regulations, accreditation standards, and Head Start performance standards
Attended meetings as needed and followed and implemented goals from, Public Schools or Early Intervention for children with Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Implemented strategies from Mental Health/Behavioral Specialist for children with social-emotional or behavioral issues.
Organized and Implemented developmentally appropriate lessons and activities reinforcing educational goals, attending to individual needs of children
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and management.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Provided and taught lessons in small group form as well as a large group format.
UPK Teacher
Generations Child Care
Rochester, NY
09.2006 - 08.2010
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day. Morning and afternoon classes. 36 Children total.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Provided and taught lessons in small group form as well as large group format.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education And Curriculum Integrati
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Early Childhood Education Program
SUNY Brockport
Brockport, NY
05.2006
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY
05.2002
Skills
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Filing and Classroom Organization
Imaginative Play Promotion
Arts and Crafts
Teaching developmentally appropriate lessons to Pre-k Students
Communicating with Parents and Teachers
Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
Creating Safe Learning Environment
Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Classroom Management Techniques
Observations and Assessments
Family Involvement
Age-Appropriate Curriculum
Emotional Support and Development
Head Start Program Knowledge
Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Accomplishments
Mentor teacher to new hire teachers and first year teachers
Mentor teacher to studedmt teachers from many colleges.
Timeline
UPK Teacher
Volunteers Of America Children's Center
08.2010 - Current
UPK Teacher
Generations Child Care
09.2006 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education And Curriculum Integrati
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Early Childhood Education Program
Activity Director/Assisant ProgramManager at Volunteers of America Northern New EnglandActivity Director/Assisant ProgramManager at Volunteers of America Northern New England