Tracie Kiss
Hammond,LA
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over 10 years of experience in teaching children up to age 12. Developed engaging lesson plans utilizing Frog Street curriculum, effectively managing diverse classroom environments while fostering social-emotional and academic growth. Implemented TSS Gold assessments to track student progress, ensuring targeted instructional adjustments and maintaining a commitment to child safety through CDA and CPR certifications.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Certified Teacher
Kreative Kids
Hammoond, Louisiana
01.2012 - 05.2026
- Plan and deliver lessons for children up to age 12, using Frog Street curriculum and TSS Gold assessments to track developmental progress and guide individualized instruction.
- Managed classrooms of 7–18 children, ensuring a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports individual student needs.
- Implement behavior management strategies and provide individualized support based on professional development and training.
- Assessed and documented student growth using TSS Gold, effectively tracking developmental progress across cognitive, social-emotional, language, literacy, and physical domains.
- Consistently earned observation scores of 5.6+ in both internal and state assessments.
- Hold CDA credential, CPR certification, and mandated reporter training, demonstrating commitment to child safety and professional standards.
- Taught as Teacher 4 in the Compass Pathway program, promoting academic achievement and social-emotional development while pursuing Paraeducator certification.
Education
Paraprofessional Certificate -
Hammond, LouisianaCDA -
Hammond, LouisianaSkills
- Frog Street curriculum
- Classroom management
- Curriculum implementation
- Lesson planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom management
- First Aid Certification
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Classroom management
Activities
Traveling.
Reading
Timeline
Lead Certified Teacher
Kreative Kids
01.2012 - 05.2026