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Ruth Martin

North Port,FL

Summary

Compassionate Preschool Teacher skilled in fostering learning environments where young children thrive. Known for productivity and efficient task completion, ensuring educational goals are met with creativity and patience. Specialized in early childhood development, classroom management, and curriculum design. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, vital for nurturing student growth and building supportive relationships.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Tree at the Pines of Sarasota
Sarasota , FL
05.1992 - Current
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.

Education

CDA Staff Credential - Early Childhood Care And Education

Suncoast Technical College
Sarasota, FL
05-1995

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Physical fitness
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Behavior management
  • Social skill building
  • Age-appropriate assessment
  • Early literacy development
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Parent-teacher communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Tree at the Pines of Sarasota
05.1992 - Current

CDA Staff Credential - Early Childhood Care And Education

Suncoast Technical College
Ruth Martin