Rashada A. Andrade
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Reliable worker with excellent communication, time management, and computer skills. A driven and detail-oriented individual with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher
Achievement First Bridgeport Elementary
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining open communication with parents, addressing concerns, and sharing student progress.
- Assessed student performance through various methods such as quizzes, projects, and presentations, using results to inform future instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subjects, increasing student engagement and retention.
LEAD TEACHER
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
LEAD TEACHER
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Profound ability in maintaining a safe, clean and creative environment for learning
- Engage in hands on activities that introduce new experiences to toddlers
- Created weekly lesson plans that implemented great social and emotional activities for each individual child
- Implemented accommodations and modifications to classroom curriculum to meet student learning needs
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs and interests of students
- Outstanding oral and written communication; effectively updated families using the parent portal
- Maintained a healthy personal yet professional relationship with parents and caregivers
- Successfully encouraged, practiced and completed toileting for the entire toddler class
- Organized and collected documentation for the agency NAEYC accreditation
- Highly trained in The Creative Curriculum
- Completing pertinent reports as delegated by Building Blocks Early Learning Center handbook
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY, HUMAN SERVICES
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.2022
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT05.2018
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Special education
- Key decision making
- Lesson Planning
- Child development
- IEP support
- Classroom management
- Lesson development
Timeline
Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher
Achievement First Bridgeport Elementary
07.2023 - Current
LEAD TEACHER
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
02.2020 - 06.2023
LEAD TEACHER
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
10.2016 - 12.2020
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Norwalk Community College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY, HUMAN SERVICES
University of Bridgeport
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