Raleigh Zacharias
Richmond
Summary
Patient and compassionate caregiver/educator with over 26 years of experience offering expertise interacting with children both in the classroom and in a care setting. Strong communication and organizational skills, as well as, a proactive approach to problem solving. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands as they arise. Proficient in forming vital relationships with both parents and children and eager to bring years of working with children and parents to a new roll.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Child Caregiver/Owner
Self-employed
08.1997 - 05.2024
- Established positive relationships with children by engaging in interactive play sessions and offering emotional support as needed.
- Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols, while providing a nurturing environment and monitoring play.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions, and logged information regarding naps, feeding and medications administered.
- Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
- Maintained effective schedules, balanced between rest periods and active play.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously, including those with colic, autism, hearing issues and a feeding tube.
- Interacted well with families to build connections and nurture relationships using dynamic communication skills, which led to running a successful and sought after business for 27 years.
Elementary School Teacher
Goochland County Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1997
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives, while teaching all subject areas in fourth, second and first grades.
- Developed school-wide activities to engage student participation and learning, including Family Math nights, Book Fairs and Arts & Crafts nights.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Increased student engagement by implementing hands-on activities and cooperative learning opportunities.
- Provided a positive learning environment, by having an age appropriate and creatively decorated classroom, which was changed seasonally and according to the subjects being taught.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
Education
Master of Teaching - Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
Skills
- CPR Training
- Child Safety Awareness
- Classroom/Schedule Management
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Documentation and record keeping
Certification
- Early Education NK-4 Teaching License - renewed 2024-2034
- CPR and First Aid Certification - 2024-2026
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Child Caregiver/Owner
Self-employed
08.1997 - 05.2024
Elementary School Teacher
Goochland County Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1997
Master of Teaching - Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
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