Shelby Greece
New Kensington
Summary
Friendly and energetic educator with five years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Grandma's House Learning Center
12.2023 - Current
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Special Olympics Volunteer
Westmoreland County Special Olympics
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced athlete experience by providing support and encouragement during events.
- Promoted inclusivity and diversity through engaging with athletes, families, and other volunteers.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to ensure smooth event operations and a positive atmosphere.
- Ensured safety of all participants by adhering to established guidelines and protocols during events.
- Served as a reliable resource for athletes, coaches, family members, and other volunteers seeking guidance or assistance during events.
Assistant Teacher
Grandmas House Learning Center
08.2018 - 12.2023
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Pursued professional development opportunities to cultivate further understanding of considerations governing productive learning environments.
Daycare Teacher
Grandmas House Learning Center
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA11.2022
Skills
- Individual and group instruction
- Student assessments
- Special education
- Student safety
- Behavior management
- Learning support
- Student and parent relations
- Student Supervision
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Grandma's House Learning Center
12.2023 - Current
Special Olympics Volunteer
Westmoreland County Special Olympics
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Grandmas House Learning Center
08.2018 - 12.2023
Daycare Teacher
Grandmas House Learning Center
05.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Carlow University
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