Shanese Neff
Summary
At Ruth Dropkin Head Start, I leveraged my Early Childhood Education and Classroom Management expertise to foster a nurturing and engaging learning environment. I significantly enhanced student satisfaction and academic growth by implementing innovative lesson plans, promoting positive reinforcement techniques, establishing solid relationships with parents, and ensuring a safe, organized classroom.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Ruth Dropkin Head Start
09.2017 - Current
- They have developed relationships with parents and caregivers, regularly updating their child's progress and proactively addressing concerns.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- They maintained an organized, fun, and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- We have designed creative lesson plans incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- They ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- We have established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal conferences.
- We applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- It has assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- It boosted children's social development by promoting positive peer interactions through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- She maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- I evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure that academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- It allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in theschedule each day.
- It increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- We have established positive relationships with students and families.
- I incorporated music, art, and literature into the curriculum.
- We implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet the needs of young learners.
- We have increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- She encouraged the use of technology to support student learning.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK05.2024
High School Diploma -
Star Spencer High School
Spencer, OK05.2003
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Ruth Dropkin Head Start
09.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
High School Diploma -
Star Spencer High School
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