Taylor-Jo Sanders
Cecilton,MD
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Willa Road Children's Center, excelling in lesson planning and parent-teacher collaboration. Leveraged cultural competency and classroom management to foster inclusive learning environments, significantly enhancing student engagement. Well versed in implementing differentiated instruction, achieving remarkable progress in student development. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Willa Road Children's Center
420 Willa Road Newark, DE 19711
07.2018 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Middletown, DE
01.2017 - 04.2017
- 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.
Receptionist
O'leigh Med Spa And Laser Center
Elkton, MD
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Cecil College
North East12.2016
High School Diploma -
Bohemia Manor High School
Chesapeake City, MD06.2012
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Cultural Competency
Certification
- Early Childhood Administrator issued January 2019
- First Aid and CPR
- Medical Certification through state of Delaware
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Willa Road Children's Center
07.2018 - Current
Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
01.2017 - 04.2017
Receptionist
O'leigh Med Spa And Laser Center
06.2012 - 06.2016
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Cecil College
High School Diploma -
Bohemia Manor High School