Samantha Larson
Lead Teacher
MUKWONAGO,WI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated School-Age Lead Teacher/Floater with exceptional interpersonal skills, focused on nurturing young learners from diverse backgrounds. Expertise in designing innovative learning activities that seamlessly integrate educational lessons, fostering a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment. Proven ability to provide comprehensive childcare support while effectively planning engaging lessons that promote developmental growth. Committed to creating a positive and enriching experience for every child, ensuring that emotional and educational needs are met.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School-Age Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
Mukwonago, WI
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans enhancing cognitive and social development.
- Organized educational activities promoting creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Assessed individual student progress, tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance curriculum delivery through innovative teaching strategies.
- Established open communication with parents and guardians through regular meetings and updates on student progress, fostering collaborative partnerships in support of student success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and increased academic success.
- Organized field trips that supplemented classroom learning, giving students hands-on exposure to course concepts.
- Boosted student participation through the use of engaging multimedia presentations.
- Tailored instruction to meet the unique needs of each student, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Lead Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare, East Troy, WI
East Troy, WI
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Lead Preschool Teacher, 3-5 year old classroom.
- Communicated with parents to report on children’s behavior, social and developmental progress, and any observed health conditions.
- Prepare and implement unique and personally-developed lessons and activities for a classroom of up to 17 children ranging from 3 to 5 years old.
- Positively interacted with children to develop more knowledge and skills to benefit their future; motivated and empowered children to grow self-confidence and worth.
- Created and maintained a clean and safe learning environment.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Hostess
Matty’s Bar and Grille, New Berlin, WI
New Berlin, WI
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Created artistic menu boards highlighting daily specials and promotions using eye-catching decorative images and vocabulary.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times. As well as took care of seating and providing the correct menus.
- Monitored seating and checked restrooms every 15-30 minutes to keep spotless. So that everything remained sanitized and well stocked.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping the dining area ready for every guest. Monitored the front entrance for new guests as well as kept an eye for new drinks that needed to be delivered or tables that needed to be cleaned.
Preschool Teacher’s Aide/Teacher Assistant
Apple Ridge Academy, New Berlin, WI
New Berlin, WI
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities. Encouraged children to work with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards. Wiped down toys, tables and other hard surfaces and areas to minimize germ spread.
- Assisted educating children in primary concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Helped children’s confidence and self-esteem by providing a safe, loving environment. A shoulder to cry on, hand to hold and an ear to listen when the children need it.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
New Berlin, WI06-2020
Preschool Credential - Early Childhood Education Preschool
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI06-2020
Skills
- Solid people skills and ability to collaborate and teach children
- Interactive Communication Skills
- Lesson planning
- Patience and sense of humor
- A passion for early childhood education and working with young children
- Flexible and Adaptable
- First aid and CPR
- Field trip planning
- Team collaboration
- Behavioral management
- Parent-teacher communication
Accomplishments
- Oversaw 40 students per class.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Completed SIDS/Shaken Baby Training
- Preschool Credential - working to get Associate’s Degree
Timeline
School-Age Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
09.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare, East Troy, WI
07.2021 - 08.2023
Hostess
Matty’s Bar and Grille, New Berlin, WI
10.2019 - 04.2021
Preschool Teacher’s Aide/Teacher Assistant
Apple Ridge Academy, New Berlin, WI
05.2019 - 01.2020
Preschool Credential - Early Childhood Education Preschool
Waukesha County Technical College
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School