Tiffany Post
Dallas,GA
Summary
Dynamic Lead Preschool Teacher with extensive experience at YMCA Paulding Early Learning, skilled in creative teaching strategies and special needs support. Successfully fostered parent-teacher communication, enhancing student engagement and academic success. Proven ability to implement differentiated instruction, resulting in improved classroom outcomes and social skills development.
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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
YMCA Paulding Early Learning
Hiram, GA
06.2019 - 05.2025
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
Hiram, GA
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Lead Teacher
West Georgia Children’s Academy
Hiram, GA
09.2013 - 10.2017
- 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.
Assistant Teacher
The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
Douglasville, GA
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Assistant Teacher
Color US Kids Learning Center
Douglasville, GA
09.2010 - 01.2011
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
Hiram, GA
04.2009 - 09.2010
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
Powder Springs, GA
08.2005 - 04.2009
- Maintained a clean and organized front-end area to ensure a pleasant shopping experience for customers.
- Managed customer returns and exchanges efficiently, ensuring a smooth process for both customers and employees.
- Monitored cashier performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Monitored cash drawers in Number checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA06.2020
Certificate - Medical Records
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2014
High School Diploma -
John McEachern High
Powder Springs, GA2007
Skills
- Special needs support
- Creative teaching strategies
- Fine motor skills
- Sensory integration
- Early childhood education
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social skills development
- Parent communication
- Child assessment
- Classroom management experience
- Classroom organization
- Creative lesson plans
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Curriculum planning
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
YMCA Paulding Early Learning
06.2019 - 05.2025
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
10.2017 - 01.2019
Lead Teacher
West Georgia Children’s Academy
09.2013 - 10.2017
Assistant Teacher
The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
01.2011 - 04.2013
Assistant Teacher
Color US Kids Learning Center
09.2010 - 01.2011
Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
04.2009 - 09.2010
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
08.2005 - 04.2009
Associate Of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Certificate - Medical Records
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
John McEachern High