Tessa Brich
Lincoln City
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Teacher
Clackamas County Children's Commission Head Start
10.2015 - 09.2019
- Provide direction to assistant teacher and class aide
- Plan and evaluate daily classroom activities
- Meet program education component performance standards
- Assessment and necessary referral of children
- Ensure a safe environment
- Home visits
- Continuous observation and documentation of children
- Prioritize workload while excelling in time management
- Knowledge and use of Child Plus and TS Gold
- Assist in formulating and writing both assessments and support plans
- 503-675-4565
Substitute Teacher
Helen Gordon Child Development Center
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Assist in the care and education of the children
- Attended all training sessions provided by Helen Gordon
- Create and maintain a positive and non-discriminating work environment
- 503-725-3092
Student Teacher
Helen Gordon Child Development Center
02.2012 - 06.2015
- Assist in the care and education of the children
- Attend all training sessions provided by Helen Gordon
- Create and maintain a positive and non-discriminating work environment
Lead Toddler Teacher
Y.M.C.A Day School
10.2009 - 09.2011
- Assist with the training of new staff
- Maintain communication with parents and other teachers associated with my class
- Research and find the best curriculum for my age group
- Become aware of policies and laws affecting my work place
- Attend classes to maintain my continuing education requirement
- Assist staff in preparing for classroom lesson plans
- 503-657-3990
Teacher Assistant
A Child's Kingdom
09.2007 - 10.2009
- Organize classroom
- Assist with the needs of children and parents
- Assist head teacher with the care and preparation of the classroom
- Become familiar with clientele and their children
- Have knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to my position
- Light cleaning and maintenance of classrooms and the main lobby
- 503-659-0541
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2016
Associates of Science - undefined
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06.2007
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Intermediate ASL
- Strong educator experience and knowledge
- Extensive ESD/ Head Start training
- Educated in special needs issues and concerns
- Extensive and exceptional customer service skills
- CPR and First Aid training
- Step Ten in the Oregon Registry
- Knowledge of and some experience with TPOT
- Mandt certified (10/31/19)
- Class certified (2/25/20)
Timeline
Head Teacher
Clackamas County Children's Commission Head Start
10.2015 - 09.2019
Substitute Teacher
Helen Gordon Child Development Center
06.2015 - 09.2015
Student Teacher
Helen Gordon Child Development Center
02.2012 - 06.2015
Lead Toddler Teacher
Y.M.C.A Day School
10.2009 - 09.2011
Teacher Assistant
A Child's Kingdom
09.2007 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Portland State University
Associates of Science - undefined
Portland Community College