Pamela Dixon
Trenton,NJ
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Teacher
KinderCare Learning Center
05.2022 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Head Teacher
Miss Barbara School House
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, ensuring measurable outcomes and facilitating consistent progress tracking.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress to ensure transparency and effective communication with parents.
- Guided meaningful classroom discussions, encouraging students to delve deeper into subject matter and develop critical thinking skills.
School Aged Childcare Worker
YMCA
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Served as a role model and mentor for students, fostering positive relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
- Established strong connections with community organizations to provide additional resources or services beneficial to program participants.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for children, conducting regular safety checks of facilities and equipment.
- Continuously sought professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in child development and education for school-aged children.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessment tools and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
Head Teacher
Primetime Learning Center
07.2010 - 04.2022
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
Child Development Associate Credential Preschool -
Starting Points
Jersey City, NJ10.2016
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Progress Reporting
- Social-Emotional Learning
- School Safety
- Organizational Skills
- Decision Making
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Environmental Awareness
- First Aid Administration
- Emergency Preparedness
Certification
- CDA, Starting Points - 10/2016-Present
- Adult, Child, & Infant CPR & AED First Aid - Talent Shock LLG 6/30/2023-6/30/2025
- Security Officer License (Unarmed) - 10/2023-10/2025
Timeline
Head Teacher
KinderCare Learning Center
05.2022 - Current
Head Teacher
Miss Barbara School House
09.2021 - 05.2022
School Aged Childcare Worker
YMCA
07.2020 - 08.2022
Head Teacher
Primetime Learning Center
07.2010 - 04.2022
Child Development Associate Credential Preschool -
Starting Points
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