Pamela Harvey
Lake Providence,LA
Summary
Dedicated head start teacher that provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate head start teacher that has great love for children/students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Teacher
Delta Head Start Delta Community Action
08.2013 - Current
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment
- Established positive relationships with students and families
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning
Elementary School Teacher
East Carroll Parish School Board
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Psychology
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA12.2001
Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Home Visits
- Educational Games
- Appropriate Age Group Experience
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop students monthly attendance tracking spreadsheets.
- Excellent computer skills
- Achieved High Performance Scores by completing CLASS Observations with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Head Start Teacher
Delta Head Start Delta Community Action
08.2013 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
East Carroll Parish School Board
08.2006 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Social Psychology
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Grambling State University
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