Reda Kuhn
East Berlin,Pennsylvania
Summary
Professional educator with strong experience in early childhood education. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and fostering positive learning environments. Reliable team player who adapts to changing needs and focuses on achieving results. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and nurturing student development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Floater Teacher EHS
Community Progress Council
01.2019 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
- Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
- Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and create innovative instructional strategies for continuous improvement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and further enhance teaching skills.
- Assisted in curriculum development, contributing to improved student outcomes and overall course effectiveness.
- Designed lesson plans, tailored curricula and provided special instructions to enhance existing structure.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership skills, and a sense of community among students.
- Managed disciplinary actions for unacceptable behavior, working with individuals and supporting educational elements of remediation process.
- Monitored up to 8-17 students simultaneously with confidence and leadership.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lessons.
- Counseled students needing occasional emotional support.
- Managed class time efficiently by creating detailed schedules that allowed ample opportunity for both instruction and independent practice.
- Acted as a liaison between students, families, and school administration to address any concerns or issues that arose throughout the academic year.
- Graded and assessed exams and essays with scrutiny and fairness according to policies of CPC.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Lead Teacher
Head Start Of Lane County
09.2009 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
Director/Preschool Lead Teacher
Just For Kids Daycare
02.2006 - 06.2010
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR06-2015
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional strategies
- Early childhood education
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Special education
- Physical education
- Classroom management
Timeline
Floater Teacher EHS
Community Progress Council
01.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher
Head Start Of Lane County
09.2009 - 06.2018
Director/Preschool Lead Teacher
Just For Kids Daycare
02.2006 - 06.2010
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lane Community College
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