Ryan Cox
Livonia,MI
Summary
Early childhood educator with nearly four years of experience creating safe, engaging learning environments for children ages 2–8. Skilled in leading groups, fast-paced environments, large classroom management, customer communication, safety procedures, curriculum planning, and team collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Gilden Woods
Commerce, USA
03.2025 - Current
- Lead a classroom of up to 20 preschool students while maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment
- Cultivated strong relationships with families through regular communication and daily progress updates, enhancing parental involvement in children's education
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that promoted children's social, emotional, and academic growth
- Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment
- Partnered with fellow teachers to enhance curriculum and classroom experiences, fostering collaborative learning approaches
Head Soccer Instructor
Soccer Shots
Ann Arbor, USA
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Mentored children aged 2-8 in lessons promoting physical and emotional development, enhancing their overall well-being
- Created engaging and secure environments for children's lessons, fostering a positive learning experience
- Coordinated session dates and sign-ups with 25+ local schools, addressing unforeseen circumstances effectively
- Developed and maintained customer relationships with families, directors, and principals through frequent adaptability
Education
Planned Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2029
Associates Degree - General Studies
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI12-2026
Skills
- Child Development
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom leadership
- Safety Procedures
- CPR & First Aid
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Client communication
- Relationship management
- Microsoft Office
- Behavioral Management
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified, American Heart Association, Fall 2027
Awards & Honors
- Inaugural Employee of the Month, Gilden Woods, 01/01/26
- Top Reliable Team Member, Gilden Woods, 08/01/25
Athletic Achievements
- 3x Michigan State Soccer Champion, Michigan Wolves, 2017-2019
- Midwest Region Soccer Champion, Michigan Wolves, 2019
- National Soccer Finalist, Michigan Wolves, 2019
Activities
- Team Member, School Store, Livonia Stevenson, 09/01/18, 05/31/19, Handled cash and card transactions, Ordered and managed inventory, Developed and implemented marketing strategies
- Team Captain, Livonia Stevenson Soccer, 07/01/18, 05/31/19, Assisted in leading training sessions alongside the head coach, Assisted in coordinating team travel to and from away games, Planned team gathering and meal preparedness
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Gilden Woods
03.2025 - Current
Head Soccer Instructor
Soccer Shots
08.2022 - 02.2025
Planned Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Associates Degree - General Studies
Schoolcraft College