Sherie Vanderhorst
Georgetown,South Carolina
Summary
Passionate Preschool Teacher with expertise in early childhood development paired with 17 years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional programs. Dedicated to monitoring student progress and maintaining schedules and routines. Supports collaborative teaching and comprehensive student support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher, SC First Steps 4K
Sampit Child Care Center
Georgetown, SC
08.2018 - Current
- Utilized various teaching strategies such as project-based learning, inquiry-based learning or cooperative learning.
- Supervised children during meals, rest periods, playtime and other activities to ensure safety.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Created an inviting atmosphere where all students felt welcomed and respected regardless of background or ability level.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Eraly Childhood Teacher
Pawleys Island Civic Center
EarlyPawleys Island, SC
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated play-based learning experiences.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities to enhance children's physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Early Childhood Lead Teacher, SC First Steps 4K
Waccamaw EOC Inc.
Georgetown , SC
08.2007 - 08.2016
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Morris College
Sumter, SC05-2001
High School Diploma -
WaccamawChoppee High
Georgetown, SC05-1997
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Proficient in Childcare Management Software
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Afterschool Program Leadership
- Early Childhood Education
Accomplishments
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Member Since 1999
- NAEYC Accredited
- NSC Pediatric First Aid CPR & AED Infant/Child/Adult
- SC Endeavors Early Care and Education Career Ladder Verified
Certification
- Teaching Strategies GOLD, Certified
- ECERS 3 Certified
- Certificate of Completion for Developmental Screening ASQ 2 & 3
- ELLCO Training Certified
- Conscious Discipline Certified
- SC Early Childhood Association
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher, SC First Steps 4K
Sampit Child Care Center
08.2018 - Current
Eraly Childhood Teacher
Pawleys Island Civic Center
08.2016 - 08.2018
Early Childhood Lead Teacher, SC First Steps 4K
Waccamaw EOC Inc.
08.2007 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Morris College
High School Diploma -
WaccamawChoppee High
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