Sharan Smith
Mobile,Al
Summary
Accomplished early childhood educator with a track record of fostering child development and social-emotional learning at institutions like Mobile County Public School System. Expert in curriculum planning and classroom management, I excel in creating engaging learning environments. Renowned for innovative lesson planning and effective parent communication, I consistently enhance student progress and well-being. I am dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children. I am trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Mobile County Public School System
08.2020 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Pre-K Teacher
High Point Christian School
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Kindergarten Teacher
Prichard Preparatory School
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Kindergarten Teacher
The Goddard School
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Teacher
Georgia State University
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Education Specialist - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2025
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL05-2008
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Early Childhood instruction
- Health and safety
- Special needs support
- Social-emotional learning
- Motor skill development
- Curriculum planning
- Child supervision
- Child development
- Creative lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Language development
- Progress reporting
- Certified in early childhood education
- Classroom management
- Child safety procedures
- Parent communication
- Effective listening
Certification
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education - Accredited Colleges and Universities.
- Early Childhood Education Certificate - Various State Departments of Education.
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Mobile County Public School System
08.2020 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
High Point Christian School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Prichard Preparatory School
08.2016 - 05.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
The Goddard School
08.2013 - 05.2016
Teacher
Georgia State University
01.2010 - 07.2013
Education Specialist - Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Mobile
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