Dedicated Infant-Toddler Teacher with expertise in crafting engaging lesson plans and fostering a nurturing environment. Committed to promoting cognitive and social development while ensuring effective parent-teacher communication.
Work History
Infant-Toddler Teacher
21 Years 10 Months
UMHS | 10.2004 - Current
Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment that encouraged exploration and creativity.
Implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance fine motor skills and language acquisition.
Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and address developmental concerns.
Developed engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive and social development in toddlers.
Trained new staff on classroom management techniques and effective teaching strategies.
Evaluated student progress through observations, assessments, and tailored feedback for improvement.
Streamlined daily routines to maximize instructional time while ensuring student engagement and safety.
Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child's needs, promoting overall growth and development.
Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
Monitored children''s progress through regular assessments and adjusted teaching approaches accordingly.
Implemented positive discipline strategies to reinforce appropriate behavior in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - ECE-SOCIAL SCIENE
Portland State University | Portland, OR | 06-2011
Skills
Group instruction
Curriculum planning
Child nutrition
Group activities
Observation and assessment
Progress reporting
Child development
Record keeping
Parent communication
Circle time management
Positive reinforcement
Nutrition
Accomplishments
Trained a numerous number staff of umhs employees employees.
Managed classroom of 8 children ages 6 Weeks to 3, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.