TASHEIKA MAXWELL
West Haven,CT
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over 7 years of experience fostering a safe and nurturing environment for young learners, committed to inspiring curiosity and a love for learning. Experienced in lesson planning and creating engaging activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Child Development Teacher
Early Childhood Laboratory School
Bridgeport, CT
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated daily classroom activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and address developmental concerns.
- Mentored junior teachers on effective classroom management strategies and best practices.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Designed age-appropriate learning materials that enhance creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with Organizing parent-teacher conferences to communicate student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Promoted social-emotional growth in children through hands-on experiences and play-based learning.
- Utilized assessment tools to track student progress and inform instructional practices for continuous improvement of teaching methods.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing developmentally appropriate activities and materials in the classroom.
- Supported students'' individual needs by creating tailored interventions and providing one-on-one assistance when necessary.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Assisted and supervised 8 children through entire school day.
Educational Assistant
Early Childhood Laboratory School
Bridgeport, CT
12.2019 - Current
- Assisted teaching team with daily activities, enhancing group time, creative arts, routines, and transitions.
- Developed and facilitated engaging learning activities for children.
- Conducted individual and small group interactions to support children's development.
- Facilitated safe environment for children a safe and supportive environment for children
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Supported assessment processes to track student progress and outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance classroom activities and promote engagement.
Student Teacher
Housatonic Laboratory school
Bridgeport, CT
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Evaluated preschoolers' development using CT ELDS and CT DOTS assessment tools
- Collaborated with Head teacher to design and execute weekly theme activities
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to refine instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations, providing constructive feedback.
- Organized educational resources and materials to support effective lesson delivery and student understanding.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Assisted and supervised 24 children through an entire school day
Head Teacher
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
Shelton CT
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Planned weekly curricula activities to foster toddler development and engagement.
- Observe and assess toddlers using CT ELDS and CT DOTS
- Demonstrated responsibility by consistently following classroom rules and expectations.
- Established clear structural routines to guide children and support collaborative teaching.
- Engaged in activities with children, encouraging their creativity and collaboration.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Assisted and supervised 8 children an entire during school day
Education
Bachelor's in science - Early childhood Education
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2022
Associate in Science - Early Childhood Inclusive Education
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT05-2020
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Social skills development
- Behavior management
- Child development principles
- Safety procedures
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Interim Child Development Teacher
Early Childhood Laboratory School
06.2023 - Current
Educational Assistant
Early Childhood Laboratory School
12.2019 - Current
Student Teacher
Housatonic Laboratory school
09.2019 - 12.2019
Head Teacher
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
08.2017 - 01.2019
Associate in Science - Early Childhood Inclusive Education
Housatonic Community College
Bachelor's in science - Early childhood Education
Southern Connecticut State University
Recognition and Awards
Dean's list Fall 2021, Dean’s list- Spring 2021, Honor Society (2020-present), The Morgan-Conquest Scholarship Fund- Academic year 2021- 2022, Sidney Skolnick Endowed Scholarship - Academic year 2021- 2022, The Cynthia Mae Owens Memorial Educational Scholarship- Academic year 2021- 2022
Field experiences
- Student Teacher, Housatonic Laboratory school, 900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport CT
- September 2019- December 2019
- Completed 200 hours of field work (3–5-year-old)
- Observed and assessed preschoolers using the CT ELDS and CT DOTS
- Planned and implemented theme activities for each week with Head teacher
- Support teaching team in daily activities such as group time, Creative arts, routines, and transitions.
- Modeled responsibility
- YMCA preschool program 2018 Field work
- 401 Kossuth St. Bridgeport CT,06608
- Completed 60 hours of field work (3–5-year-old)
- Created lesson plans for literacy, math, science, or art experiences
- Observe and assess 1 child in each domain of development.
- Collected sample activities for portfolio on selected child
- Documented progress, weakness, and strengths
- Assist classroom teachers with daily transitions and activities.
- KinderCare Preschool 2018 Field work
- 1 Trap Falls Rd,Shelton CT,06484
- Completed 20 hours of field work (3–5-year-old)
- Observe classroom teacher’s teaching strategies
- Observed teachers use of scaffolding in classroom
- Teacher approach to Differentiation
- Bright Horizons 2017 Field work
- 682 Commerce Dr,Fairfield CT,06824
- Completed 5 hours (3-5 years old)
- Observe student- teacher interaction in classrooms
- Observe the uses of play and environment
- New Beginning Montessori School- 2017 Field work
- 148 Beach Rd, Fairfield CT,06824
- Completed 3 hours field experience (3–5-year-old)
- Observed student –teacher and student- student interactions
- Observed classroom arrangement of centers
- Observed technique and teaching styles
- ABCD Jamie Hulley Early Learning Center 2016 Field Work
- 460 Lafayette St, Bridgeport CT,06604
- Completed 5 hours field experience
- Analyze teacher’s curriculum for developmentally appropriate practices and non-developmental practices.
- Observe teachers uses of print in the classroom