Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
Work History
Lead Teacher
Creative Minds Learning Development Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
Assistant Teacher
LIL Tykes Daycare
03.2023 - 05.2023
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Substitute Teacher
Hillel Academy Of PIttsburgh
01.2023 - 02.2023
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2014
Associate of Arts - Education
CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2008
Skills
Family Involvement
Independent Thinking
Observations and Assessments
Room Arrangements
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Mentoring
Staff Ratios
Dietary Needs
Classroom Safety Practices
Child Development
Accomplishments
Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of [learning activities].
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Creative Minds Learning Development Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Assistant Teacher
LIL Tykes Daycare
03.2023 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Hillel Academy Of PIttsburgh
01.2023 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Point Park University
Associate of Arts - Education
CCAC
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