Tami Perkins

Preschool Teacher

Circle Of Friends Coop Preschool

Portland, OR

09.1996 - 03.2020

Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
Supervised students and enforced discipline during classroom and playground activities.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.