Stella Dickson
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Early Childhood Education professional with 20+ years of experience in classroom leadership and Site Supervision. Passionate about supporting young learners, strengthening families, and building positive collaborative school communities. Known for creating safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher | Site Supervisor |Early Education Leader
Dream Hire Express
Inglewood, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supervised daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
Teacher |Site Supervisor | Early Education Leader
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
10.2014 - 03.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs within classroom settings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and execute interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions and improve student performance outcomes.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching practices and technology integration in the classroom.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student engagement, collaboration, and respect for diversity.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Paraprofessional
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
09.2002 - 10.2014
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson implementation and student engagement.
- Facilitated individualized instruction to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to enhance academic performance and behavior.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and adapt instructional materials for varying learning styles.
- Assisted in assessing student capabilities, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending resources.
- Led small group sessions to reinforce key concepts and improve comprehension among at-risk learners.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Education
Associate in Early Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Arts - Education
Los Angeles Pacific University
Glendora, CA01-2028
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Small group instruction
- Group instruction
- Cultural sensitivity
Timeline
Teacher | Site Supervisor |Early Education Leader
Dream Hire Express
05.2025 - Current
Teacher |Site Supervisor | Early Education Leader
LAUSD
10.2014 - 03.2025
Paraprofessional
LAUSD
09.2002 - 10.2014
Associate in Early Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
Los Angeles Southwest College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Los Angeles Pacific University