Ruby Mathis-Wasway
Snellville,GA
Summary
Dedicated Pre-K Lead Teacher with a strong background in lesson planning, classroom management, and parent-teacher communication. Committed to fostering nurturing learning environments that promote children's social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre K Lead Teacher
Tree House Academy
Lawrenceville, GA
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that promoted social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and development goals.
- Mentored and guided junior teachers in classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
- Assessed student progress through observations and standardized assessments, adapting instruction accordingly.
- Organized educational activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking among students.
Lead Pre K Teacher
Bell Brook Child Development Center
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to promote social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Coordinated daily activities and routines, ensuring smooth transitions between learning experiences.
- Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
- Assessed student performance through observations and tailored interventions accordingly.
- Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by integrating feedback from students, parents, and educational assessments.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Continually updated knowledge on early childhood education trends and research findings, applying this information to improve the quality of instruction delivered to students.
- Provided individualized support for students with diverse needs, adapting instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.
- Regularly communicated with parents about their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Pre School Lead Teacher
United States Airforce
Seattle, WA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood learning.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support children's developmental needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback, leading to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
Pre K Assistant
Sunshine House Early Learning Center
Centerville, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in implementing daily lesson plans, fostering a nurturing learning environment.
- Supported classroom management and maintained student engagement during activities.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to adapt educational materials for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored students' progress and provided constructive feedback to enhance development.
- Contributed to a safe and clean classroom environment by adhering to health guidelines.
Community Director
United States Airforce
Warner Robins, GA
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Led community outreach programs to enhance engagement and support among military families.
- Developed strategic plans to improve community resources and services for personnel and their families.
- Collaborated with local organizations to establish partnerships that benefited airforce members and their dependents.
- Oversaw volunteer initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and impactful service delivery within the community.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess community needs and enhance program effectiveness based on responses.
- Trained staff and volunteers on best practices in community service delivery, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Analyzed program outcomes to identify areas for improvement, driving enhancements in service quality and outreach efforts.
- Facilitated workshops and events aimed at building resilience and well-being among airforce families through education and support systems.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities within the community, promoting civic engagement among residents.
- Oversaw facilities maintenance and repairs to improve resident quality of life.
- Collaborated on development of first annual Wellness Resource Fair.
Lead Pre K Teacher
Montessori Child Development/Child Care Network
Duluth, GA
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with parents to address developmental concerns and enhance student progress.
- Organized and led professional development workshops for staff on early childhood best practices.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Rasmussen University
06-2020
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL09-2018
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Behavior modeling
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson development
Timeline
Pre K Lead Teacher
Tree House Academy
03.2024 - Current
Lead Pre K Teacher
Bell Brook Child Development Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Pre School Lead Teacher
United States Airforce
08.2022 - 08.2023
Pre K Assistant
Sunshine House Early Learning Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Community Director
United States Airforce
08.2019 - 08.2020
Lead Pre K Teacher
Montessori Child Development/Child Care Network
05.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Rasmussen University