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Samantha Roytman

Westfield,NJ

Summary

Ambitious Preschool/Early childhood Teacher passionate about maintaining well-balanced and encouraging learning environment. Versed in student assessments and class planning. Patient and understanding team player dedicated to supporting school mission and student success. Ambitious and anxious to obtain an entry-level teaching position to gain more experience and knowledge in the field while i continue my studies in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. Attentive to children's needs and experience in working with different ages. Cares about student wellbeing and growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Iselin, NJ
07.2023 - Current
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments.
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
  • Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Experience
Bridgewater, NJ
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.

Cashier

Panera Bread
Springfield, NJ
01.2014 - 03.2016
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.

Toddler Teacher

Kiddie Academy
North Brunswick, NJ
2017 - 2018
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

Private Nanny

Family
Westfield, NJ
2016 - 2017
  • Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
  • Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jonathan Dayton High School
Springfield, NJ
06.2014

Skills

  • Excellent classroom management
  • Bilingual in Russian
  • Effectively work with parents
  • Effective listening
  • Calm and patient
  • Social skills development
  • Good work ethic
  • Reliable
  • Infant, toddler and preschool curricula
  • Special-needs childcare
  • Punctual

Languages

English
Professional
Russian
Professional

Timeline

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
07.2023 - Current

Preschool Teacher

The Learning Experience
01.2019 - 09.2019

Cashier

Panera Bread
01.2014 - 03.2016

Toddler Teacher

Kiddie Academy
2017 - 2018

Private Nanny

Family
2016 - 2017

High School Diploma -

Jonathan Dayton High School
Samantha Roytman