Robin Vickers
Nashville,TN
Summary
Compassionate Kindergarten Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in creating engaging curriculum, fostering emotional intelligence, and implementing innovative classroom management techniques. Excel in communication, patience, and adaptability, ensuring positive learning environments and strong student-teacher relationships.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
Antioch, TN
11.2024 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans promoting social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment fostering curiosity and creativity.
- Fostered strong parent relationships through regular communication and conferences, ensuring a collaborative approach to supporting students' growth.
Program Director and Elementary Teacher
Learn and Pray Academy
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Program director of an organization that consisted of an early childhood program and a homeschool initiative.
- Provided instruction to students ranging from pre-kindergarten to second grade, ensuring a well-rounded educational approach.
Elementary Ed Services Coordinator & Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
Murfreesboro, TN
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Lighthouse Christian School
- Taught elementary students, designing and implementing engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
- Coordinated education services, supporting students, teachers, and staff to ensure a comprehensive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents of my 18 early childhood students through regular communication, conferences, and volunteer opportunities, promoting active participation and involvement in students’ education.
Early Childhood Educator
Smyrna Christian School
Smyrna, TN
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Created engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth in children ages 3-5.
- Fostered a nurturing environment, built strong relationships, and observed/assessed student development.
- Maintained a safe, organized classroom environment.
Program Owner/ Teacher
Learn and Pray Academy
Antioch, TN
01.2005 - 07.2012
- Led a preschool program (ages 3-5) and expanded it to include kindergarten-age children, developing engaging curriculum to meet their unique needs.
- Designed and implemented a successful afterschool program, providing a safe and enriching environment.
- Supervised a small staff, built strong relationships with parents, and managed program operations to ensure overall success.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2022
Master of Arts - Christian Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN06-2007
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Parent communication
- Program coordination
- Behavior management
- Problem-solving abilities
- First aid and CPR
- Special needs support
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
11.2024 - Current
Program Director and Elementary Teacher
Learn and Pray Academy
08.2020 - 08.2024
Elementary Ed Services Coordinator & Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
06.2018 - 08.2020
Early Childhood Educator
Smyrna Christian School
06.2017 - 07.2018
Program Owner/ Teacher
Learn and Pray Academy
01.2005 - 07.2012
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Christian Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University