Tess Dwyer
Four Corners Early Learning Center
Manville,RI
10
years of professional experience
Early childhood education professional prepared for impactful roles in nurturing young minds. Spearheaded curriculum development and promoted positive learning atmosphere. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability, with strong skills in classroom leadership and child development.
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
2 Years 5 Months- Fostered academic, social, and emotional development of children ages 3-5 through engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans. I am skilled in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards. Guided assistant teachers and managed classroom environment while building strong relationships with parents and staff to create a cohesive learning community. Cultivated a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that encouraged children to thrive and reach their full potential.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to foster cognitive and social development.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on classroom management techniques and educational strategies.
- Facilitated engaging learning activities that promote creativity and critical thinking skills among preschoolers.
Teacher Assistant
1 Year 9 Months- Assisted the lead teacher in caring for and educating children from infancy to age three. This role required me to assist with supporting daily routines, communicating with families, and maintaining a clean, organized setting.
Waitress
2 Months- Responsible for taking orders, executing the orders and delivering orders curbside. Also was in charge of maintaining a clean work environment and following the guidelines provided by the CDC when working in a restaurant during COVID-19. Also responsible for answering the phone and providing great customer service.
Program Coordinator
2 Months- I was the program coordinator at City Camp Olneyville sponsored by the ECC. I was in charge of the summer lunch program, communicating with families and creating a safe environment for children between the ages of 6-12.
Counselor
2 Years 2 Months- Worked at the ECC with children ranging in ages from 7-18 throughout the summer. I was responsible for leading them in guided activities, keeping a clean-living space and communicating with advisors about any issues happening around the camp.
Hostess
10 Months- Greeted customers, scheduled reservations, seated customers in the restaurant and was in charge of take-out food orders and deliveries. Responsible for keeping a steady pace and communicating with the wait staff and bar staff about the flow of people coming in.
Barista
4 Months- Worked as a barista at a local coffee shop. I was responsible for taking customers orders, making the desired drinks and food that they asked for and cashing them out. I was also responsible for keeping a clean workstation and providing great customer service.
Education
High School
Skills
Skilled in handling the public with professionalism and sensitivity.
Effective working alone and as a cooperative team member.
Dedicated
professional attitude
mature and able to take initiative and provide follow-through.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks
meet deadlines
and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
Student Teaching Practicums
- March 2021-May 2021
- I did this through school at Curry College. I was in the classroom for thirteen hours each week for ten weeks. I was responsible for implementing lesson plans, circle time/morning meeting, controlling the classroom, as well as COVID cleaning and ensuring each child's safety during the day. These children were preschool aged, four to five years old.
- September 2021-December 2021
- I did this at an infant and toddler program through Curry College. I was in the classroom for eighteen hours for ten weeks. I was responsible for implementing lesson plans, meeting the needs of children throughout the day, keeping the classroom in order, along with COVID cleaning and ensuring each child's safety throughout the day. These children ranged from six months to two years old.
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Four Corners Early Learning Center
07.2023 - 12.2025Read More
Teacher Assistant
Village Schoolhouse
09.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Waitress
The Weiner Genie
06.2020 - 08.2020Read More
Program Coordinator
City Camp Olneyville
06.2019 - 08.2019Read More
Hostess
Terrazza
08.2017 - 06.2018Read More
Counselor
Episcopal Conference Center
06.2016 - 08.2018Read More
Barista
Local coffee shop
01.2016 - 05.2016Read More
Curry College
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Lincoln High School
High School
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