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Taryn Reents

Saint Joseph,MO

Summary

Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Experience-Preschool

Mark Twain ELC
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
01.2024 - Current
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Mitchell Woods Early Care Center
06.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Assisted and supervised up to 10 children through entire school day.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Floater Teacher

Country Kids Learning Center
07.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored up to 10 students simultaneously with confidence and leadership.
  • Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
  • Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
  • Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO
05-2025

Savannah High School
Savannah
05-2021

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Motivating students
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Dean's List-Fall 2023 and Spring 2024


Certification

First Aid and CPR Certification

Safe Sleep Certification

Substitute Certified

Passed PRAXIS Test

Timeline

Junior Experience-Preschool

Mark Twain ELC
08.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
01.2024 - Current

Lead Preschool Teacher

Mitchell Woods Early Care Center
06.2021 - Current

Floater Teacher

Country Kids Learning Center
07.2020 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Missouri Western State University

Savannah High School
Taryn Reents