Shalanta Timmons
Winston Salem,NC
Summary
Driven and ambitious, I am determined to overcome obstacles to becoming an effective leader. As a knowledgeable and licensed teacher, I consistently create a positive learning environment that fosters growth and development. My expertise lies in developing engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs. With a strong background in classroom management and student assessment, I am dedicated to ensuring continuous academic growth for all individuals under my guidance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
NC Pre K Lead Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
623 Main St., Mocksville, NC.
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- 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.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Lead Infant Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
623 Main St., Mocksville, NC.
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Promoted the development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
- Improved cognitive abilities in infants by introducing foundational concepts like shapes, colors, numbers, and letters through interactive playtime sessions.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for each infant to ensure progress towards developmental goals.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily activities by establishing predictable routines that fostered comfort and security for infants.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Lead Four Year Old Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
623 Main St., Mocksville, NC.
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Contributed to a thriving team of educators by collaborating on lesson plans and providing constructive feedback on instructional practices.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Assisted and supervised 10 children throughout the entire school day.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Lead Four Year Old Teacher
Foundations Early Learning Center
251 E 7th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101 ·
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, sharing insights on successful teaching techniques and strategies.
- Enhanced classroom experiences by incorporating diverse teaching methods and instructional materials tailored to student needs.
- Strengthened cross-curricular connections through integrated lesson planning that incorporated elements from multiple subject areas into cohesive units of study.
- Developed positive relationships with students, contributing to a comfortable and inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Promoted an appreciation for diversity within the classroom by highlighting cultural contributions from around the world in lessons and activities.
- Organized dynamic field trips and enrichment activities that complemented classroom instruction, broadening student perspectives on subject matter.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational best practices.
- Contributed to a thriving team of educators by collaborating on lesson plans and providing constructive feedback on instructional practices.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained an organized, fun, and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal conferences.
Pre K NC Lead Teacher
Northwest Child Development Center, Inc
Winston Salem, NC
08.2012 - 12.2020
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Pre K NC Assistant Teacher
Northwest Child Development Center, Inc
Winston Salem, NC
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Ensure the daily care of every child by offering a loving and nurturing environment
- Help to maintain a fun and interactive learning atmosphere
- Helps out in being a floater in the center
Infant Teacher
TLC Learning Academy
Winston-Salem, NC
07.2010 - 08.2010
- Tends to children's personal hygiene needs, remaining especially attentive to them during routines such as diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, and changing soiled or wet clothes
- Respects infants' curiosity about each other; ensures that children treat each other gently
- Organizes each day's activities to provide children with a variety of experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity, as well as a sense of self and a feeling of belonging to the group
Education
Nondegree - Birth to Kindergarten Education, Leadership Administrator Degree
Catawba
2300 W Innes St, Salisbury, NC 2814401-2022
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten Education
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-2009
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Behavior modeling
References
- April Broadway -336 462-4169
- Faith Wilson-336-409-7641
- Pam McCoy-336-306-3019
- Shalisa Parson-336 409-5680
Volunteer Experience
Milestones Treatment & Learning Center, Winston-Salem, NC, Speech / Language Pathologist, Rebecca S. Combo M .Ed-.CCC, Assisted teacher all subject areas, Tutored
Timeline
NC Pre K Lead Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
09.2021 - 11.2024
Lead Infant Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
06.2021 - 09.2021
Lead Four Year Old Teacher
Mudpies Mocksville
12.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Four Year Old Teacher
Foundations Early Learning Center
07.2018 - 12.2020
Pre K NC Lead Teacher
Northwest Child Development Center, Inc
08.2012 - 12.2020
Pre K NC Assistant Teacher
Northwest Child Development Center, Inc
08.2010 - 08.2012
Infant Teacher
TLC Learning Academy
07.2010 - 08.2010
Nondegree - Birth to Kindergarten Education, Leadership Administrator Degree
Catawba
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten Education
Winston-Salem State University