Sarah Young

Childcare Lead Teacher

The Children’s Center of First Baptist Church

08.2017 - Current

Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve instruction in the classroom.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.