Sharon Ellsworth
Bridgeville,DE
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher with several years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors. Innovative educator adept at fostering environments where learning is both engaging and effective. Known for high productivity levels and the ability to complete tasks with efficiency, utilizing time management skills to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards. Specialized in curriculum development, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Excel in communication, adaptability, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational settings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Sussex Montessori Charter School
Seaford, Delaware
08.2022 - Current
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
- Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Teacher/Director
Lil' Red Hen Nursey School
Delmar, DE
06.2001 - 12.2023
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE06-2027
High School Diploma -
Laurel Senior High School
Laurel, DE05-1986
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent engagement
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Self motivation
- Time management
- Reporting and documentation
- Adaptability
Affiliations
- Painting and Drawing
- Reading
- Camping and Bike Riding
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Sussex Montessori Charter School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher/Director
Lil' Red Hen Nursey School
06.2001 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University
High School Diploma -
Laurel Senior High School
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