Robin Glossen
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Professional educator prepared for leadership in teaching role. Proven track record in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing educational needs. Reliable and results-driven, with expertise in student assessment, instructional strategies, and mentoring colleagues.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Nooksack Tribal House of Children Head Start
04.2024 - Current
- Organized professional development workshops to foster staff growth and educational best practices.
- Analyzed program effectiveness, implementing changes to enhance learning outcomes for diverse learners.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Lead Teacher
Betty J Taylor Early Learning Academy
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Mentored and trained junior teachers to improve instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's academic progress and address individual needs.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Led curriculum design initiatives to align educational standards with innovative teaching methods.
- Established positive classroom environments that promote respect, collaboration, and active participation.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Lead Teacher
Brightside Academy
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Lead Teacher, educate and care for children, usually ages 3 to 5, who have not yet entered kindergarten. By explaining reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children can understand. Implementing structured observation using Creative Curriculum.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- 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.
- 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.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teacher
Kindercare Academy
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Teacher, educate and care for children, usually ages 3 to 5, who have not yet entered kindergarten. By explaining reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children can understand. Implementing structured observation using Creative Curriculum.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Lead Teacher
Educare Academy
07.2014 - 10.2017
- Lead Teacher, educate and care for children, usually ages 3 to 5, who have not yet entered kindergarten. By explaining reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children can understand. Implementing structured observation using Creative Curriculum.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Established positive classroom environments that promote respect, collaboration, and active participation.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Administrator
Casey’s Castle Inc
07.2012 - 09.2015
- Administrator, Create child and staff scheduling, insure staff ratios, supervise children and staff. Enrolled children in the program. Care for children ages 1 month to 13 years of age, when parents and other family members are unavailable. Care for children’s basic needs, such as feeding, teaching, and supervising. In addition, help children prepare for kindergarten, and help older children with homework. Entered children in procare, took payments, completed staff and children scheduling. Interviewed, hired and trained new staff.
- Streamlined office operations through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
- Implemented organizational systems that improved document retrieval speed and accuracy.
- Trained new staff on administrative procedures, fostering knowledge retention and operational consistency.
- Developed standard operating procedures to optimize daily administrative functions and reduce errors.
- Mentored junior administrators, promoting professional development and team cohesion within the department.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
- Managed scheduling for executive staff to ensure optimal time management and productivity.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of contacts, facilitating quick and efficient communication.
Lead Teacher
Enterprise for progress in the community (EPIC)
06.2003 - 05.2012
- Lead Teacher, educate and care for children, usually ages 3 to 5, who have not yet entered kindergarten. By explaining reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children can understand. Implementing structured observation using Creative Curriculum. Supervisor of a team of three
Teacher
Sunshine Child Care Center
02.1997 - 06.2003
- Teacher, care for children ages 6 months to 13 years of age, when parents and other family members are unavailable. Care for children’s basic needs, such as bathing and feeding. In addition, help children prepare for kindergarten, and help older children with homework.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Washington
Seattle, WA07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Studies
Heritage University
Toppenish, WA05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Yakima Community College
Yakima, WA06.2008
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Student engagement
- Training and mentoring
- IEP support
- Group and individual instruction
- Student records management
- Collaborative teaching
- Team building
- Family engagement
- Relationship building
Achievements/Awards
AA in Early Childhood Education, ECE preschool instruction, Child Development Associate, Current First Aid/CPR, Current Communicable disease, Current child abuse and neglect
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Nooksack Tribal House of Children Head Start
04.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Betty J Taylor Early Learning Academy
01.2024 - 04.2024
Lead Teacher
Brightside Academy
12.2019 - 10.2023
Teacher
Kindercare Academy
01.2018 - 10.2019
Lead Teacher
Educare Academy
07.2014 - 10.2017
Administrator
Casey’s Castle Inc
07.2012 - 09.2015
Lead Teacher
Enterprise for progress in the community (EPIC)
06.2003 - 05.2012
Teacher
Sunshine Child Care Center
02.1997 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Studies
Heritage University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Washington
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Yakima Community College