Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Exceptional time management and organization skills. Proficient at implementing specialized programs for development activities and learning instruction.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Sonshine Corner Learning Center
Kent City, MI
09.2000 - Current
Educated children in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Supervised students and enforced discipline during all Head Start activities.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Homeschool Teacher
Traci Beauchamp
Kent City, MI
09.2012 - 06.2017
Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Created and developed lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both group and individual work.
Maintained accurate and complete records for three students.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students interested, including debates, practical activities and experiments.
Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Kent City Community Schools
Kent City, MI
09.2003 - 06.2005
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety