Ofa McGinley
Alexandria,VA
Summary
During my 14 years at Virginia Hills Preschool, I excelled as a Lead Preschool Teacher, fostering strong parental relationships and advancing children's learning through innovative curriculum development. My expertise in early childhood education and classroom management, coupled with a commitment to continuous professional development, significantly enhanced instructional quality and student engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Virginia Hills Pre-School
2010.08 - 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.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
- Assisted and supervised 14 children through entire school day.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting Technology And Bookkeeping
Beulah College
Nuku'alofa Tonga05.1992
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Special Needs Support
- Early Childhood Education
- Learning assessment skills
- Progress Monitoring
- Curriculum Development
- Mathematics Instruction
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Child CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Virginia Hills Pre-School
2010.08 - Current
Associate of Arts - Accounting Technology And Bookkeeping
Beulah College
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