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Teacher

Paula Souza

Teacher
Marlborough,MA

Summary

Experienced, hardworking Preschool Teacher offering advanced teaching, classroom management and organizational skills developed over a 6-year career. Dynamic and dedicated Educator committed to dynamic instruction and innovative learning resources to foster child development. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education with focus on cultivating safe and welcoming learning environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Preschool Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
Framingham, MA
09.2019 - Current
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Maintained positive and encouraging learning environment with use of positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Educated young children about basic color recognition, foundational reading skills, and numbers.
  • Organized classroom spaces with multiple stations to engage the students in different ways while boosting learning.
  • Promoted good nutrition for every student by preparing and serving healthy meals and snacks.

Preschool Teacher

First Steps Children's Center
Hudson, MA
01.2016 - 09.2019
  • Maintained professional knowledge by attending educational conferences, trainings, workshops, and courses.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Evaluated student achievement and growth using assessments.
  • Changed children's clothes and tended to injuries, illnesses, and toileting needs.
  • Provided training and work direction to instructional assistants and volunteers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Marian High School
Framingham, MA
09.2013 - 05.2017

Associate of Arts -

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
01.2018 - Current

Skills

    Fast learner

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Certification

Early Childhood Education Certificate, Quinsigamond Community College

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2019 - Current

CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential.

01-2019

Early Childhood Education Certificate, Quinsigamond Community College

12-2018

Licensed Preschool Teacher, Department of Early Education and Care

09-2018

Associate of Arts -

Quinsigamond Community College
01.2018 - Current

Preschool Teacher

First Steps Children's Center
01.2016 - 09.2019

CPR and First Aid

01-2016

High School Diploma -

Marian High School
09.2013 - 05.2017

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