Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational and educational goals. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Director/Lead Guide
Helping Hands Montessori Services and Preschool
Austin, TX
08.2007 - Current
Manage daily operations of a Montessori preschool
Lead a team of educators to create a nurturing, holistic, and engaging learning environment
Provide guidance and support to parents and families in child development, education, SEL practices, learning differences, and behavior modification
Implement innovative marketing strategies and curriculum strategies to promote the Montessori philosophy and attract families seeking high-quality educational experience
Incorporate social justice and Social Emotional Learning practices into daily curriculum to ensure all learners feel respected and encouraged in their learning environment
Collaborate with parents and other local school leaders to create a strong and connected community
Identify and address individual learning gaps and challenges of students to provide personalized support and intervention strategies, ensuring that each young learner reaches their full potential at Helping Hands Montessori school
Foster a collaborative and inclusive classroom environment that celebrates diversity and promotes the values of empathy, respect, and communication among students, teachers, and families
Provide parent coaching to help families create a more harmonious relationship with their children through conflict resolution, respect, communication techniques, and boundary setting
Lead Elementary Guide
Parkside Community School
Austin, TX
08.1995 - 06.2007
Implement innovative teaching strategies to engage students in hands-on, experiential learning activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Implement innovative teaching methods to engage students and enhance their critical thinking skills, tailored to the unique learning styles and needs of each student
Collaborate with other lead teachers to create cross-disciplinary projects and activities that encourage students to explore connections between different subjects, and develop a holistic understanding of the curriculum.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive classroom environment that celebrates diversity, and promotes empathy, respect, and understanding among students.
Identify and address individual learning gaps and challenges of students to provide personalized support and intervention strategies, ensuring that each student reaches their full academic potential.
Develop and lead extracurricular programs that enhance students' creativity, leadership skills, and community engagement, aligning with Parkside Community School's values of holistic education and character development.
Education
Masters - Education
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, MD
12.2006
Bachelors - Education with a specialization in Learning through Movement
Goddard College
Plainfield, VT
07.2001
Skill Sets
Project management
Time management
Communication
Critical thinking
Problem solving
Leadership
Teamwork
Curriculum design
Incorporating undergraduate work 'Learning through Movement' to enhance the learning process
Monthly newsletters
Peace education practices
Budget and marketing
Business management
Classroom milieu
Academic design
Parent guidance
Family consulting
Community leadership
Affiliations
Association of Montessori International member,
Annual 5K Turkey Trot member,
Avid Gardener
Certification
Association of Montessori International- Primary level
Association of Montessori International- Elementary level