Rebecca Staggers
Fargo,ND
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in classroom to meet student needs. Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop crew/Private Party Instructor
Unglued Market
05.2023 - Current
- I maintain the craft shop as well as instruct private craft parties.
Hostess
Kidco Children's Museum
03.2023 - Current
- Check families in and facilitate play for children ranging from ages 1-8
- Host birthday parties and problem solve issues with company app.
Beertender, Swing Barrel Brewing Company
04.2022 - Current
- Serve beer to customers
- Assisted in event planning
Preschool Teacher
Moorhead Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- I worked with a para-educator, speech therapist, and special education teacher in a collaborative teaching environment
- We planned and implemented age-appropriate lessons for children that are 4-5 years old
- We also hosted family events, such as game days and book and blanket days.
Preschool Teacher
Snicklefritz Preschool
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate lessons for children ranging in age from 2-5
Teacher, Family Advocate
Head Start
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Planned and implemented lessons for children ranging from 3-5 years old
- Worked closely with families to set goals for the child/family
- Worked with families to keep medical appointments current
- Facilitated craft class for team-building with colleagues during pandemic
Kindergarten Teacher
American Christian Academy
08.2015 - 07.2019
- I taught kindergarten, with a focus on phonics and mathematics lessons.
Pre-K Teacher
LITTLE FRIENDS SCHOOL, Educator
07.2013 - 07.2015
- I taught pre-school children ranging in age from 2-4 years old
- Early Childhood
Children's Hands-On Museum
07.2012 - 07.2013
- After completing my internship at the Children's Hands-On Museum, I was hired full time as the Early Childhood Educator
- I was in charge of programs for children ranging in age from 1-8.
Education
Bachelor's - Early Childhood
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- Early Childhood
- Problem-solving
- Flexibility
- Team Work
- Reliability
- Childcare
- Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Experience with Children
- Behavior Management
- Organizational Skills
- Event Planning
- Educational Settings
- Teacher Support
- Painting Techniques
- Acrylic Painting
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Shop crew/Private Party Instructor
Unglued Market
05.2023 - Current
Hostess
Kidco Children's Museum
03.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Moorhead Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Beertender, Swing Barrel Brewing Company
04.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Snicklefritz Preschool
09.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher, Family Advocate
Head Start
07.2019 - 05.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
American Christian Academy
08.2015 - 07.2019
Pre-K Teacher
LITTLE FRIENDS SCHOOL, Educator
07.2013 - 07.2015
Children's Hands-On Museum
07.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor's - Early Childhood
University of Alabama