Teresa Purta
Golden,Colorado
Summary
To secure a challenging and responsible teaching position that will allow me to fully utilize my caregiving experience and supervisory skills while joining a collaborative community.
Aptness to communicate effectively, both orally and written, strong ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures for the facilities theory, exceptional knowledge of play, reading, and quiet time activities for children, demonstrated ability to work in partnerships with families, knowledge of Child Protection legislation and its implication for the care and protection of children, proven ability to communicate all necessary information to families, children and staff members, succeeded in demonstrating ongoing professional development in early childhood profession.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching Intern
Maple Grove Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
ECIP
Norma Anderson Early Learning Center
08.2022 - 01.2025
ECIP
Kullerstrand Elementary School
02.2020 - 08.2022
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Norma Anderson Preschool
08.2015 - 02.2020
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Litz Preschool
01.2014 - 08.2015
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Norma Anderson Preschool
08.2013 - 01.2014
Lead Preschool Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
09.2007 - 08.2013
- Maintain a safe and enriched environment for children
- Plan and implement an appropriate curriculum
- Model good hygiene and nutrition in the classroom
- Collaborate with the director and maintain good relations
- I contributed to PLC meetings and maintained assessments on each child in my classroom
- Attended IEP meetings
- Attend proper professional development training throughout the year
- Follow proper procedures and regulations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education/Early Childhood
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona05-2025
Director Certification/Associate Degree - Applied Science
Red Rocks Community College
Lakewood, CO05.2013
Skills
- Seventeen years of field experience
- Teaching curriculum and following age-appropriate lesson planning for children
- Experienced knowledge with problem-solving in various developmental areas
- Experience of completing TS Gold assessments
- Thorough understanding of the multiple stages of development with children and their age-appropriate activities
- Increased knowledge of the importance of children's health, hygiene, and nutritional needs
Additional Education And Certifications
- Dean’s List at University of Phoenix
- Elementary Education Praxis: Passed in July 2024
- Director certification through the State and KinderCare, 2013
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Lead Preschool Teacher position
Timeline
Student Teaching Intern
Maple Grove Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
ECIP
Norma Anderson Early Learning Center
08.2022 - 01.2025
ECIP
Kullerstrand Elementary School
02.2020 - 08.2022
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Norma Anderson Preschool
08.2015 - 02.2020
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Litz Preschool
01.2014 - 08.2015
Preschool/Pre-K Teacher
Norma Anderson Preschool
08.2013 - 01.2014
Lead Preschool Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
09.2007 - 08.2013
Director Certification/Associate Degree - Applied Science
Red Rocks Community College
Bachelor of Science - Education/Early Childhood
University of Phoenix
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