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Samantha Green

Summary

Dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support child needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2020 - Current
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
  • Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
  • Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, enhancing communication and collaboration for student success.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and visual aids into lessons.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusion, and cooperation among students.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to students, fostering growth and improvement in their academic performance.
  • Designed assessments that measured student progress towards meeting curriculum goals, informing future instructional decisions.
  • Monitored individual student progress using data-driven strategies, allowing for targeted interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.

Preschool Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2014 - 08.2015
  • Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
  • Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
  • Assisted in the assessment of each student's abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child's progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Early Preschool Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
10.2012 - 08.2014
  • Improved student communication skills by incorporating group projects and collaborative activities.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing clear expectations, routines, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Boosted children's social-emotional development through targeted lessons on empathy, self-regulation, and conflict resolution.
  • Fostered a nurturing learning environment that prioritized individual needs and accommodated different learning styles.
  • Integrated hands-on, play-based activities to reinforce foundational concepts while promoting creativity and critical thinking skills.
  • Increased parental involvement in the learning process by organizing regular parent-teacher conferences and sharing progress reports.
  • Optimized instructional time by effectively managing transitions between activities and maintaining consistent daily schedules.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05.2012

Skills

  • Curriculum Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Records Management
  • Educational Games
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Emotional Support
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Social Skills
  • Parent Communication
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Conflict Resolution

References

Alexis Myers

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Cell: 615-318-9317


Kathy Tresler

Kindergarten Teacher

Cell: 814-397-2134


Alissa Boaz

AT&TManager

Cell: 270-627-0822

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2020 - Current

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2015 - 08.2020

Preschool Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
08.2014 - 08.2015

Early Preschool Teacher

Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
10.2012 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Middle Tennessee State University
Samantha Green