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Valerie Schmitzer

Souderton,PA

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher with a passion for early childhood education and over 11 years experience cultivating an engaging and positive classroom. Eager to lead and partner with a team of teachers to nurture to the spiritual, academic, and social development of all learners. Relevant achievements include specialized training in Positive Discipline and a 2015 National Teacher of the Year Award from Goddard Systems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Goddard School
Doylestown, PA
07.2008 - 04.2019

- Design and implement differentiated, fun, play-based lesson plans aligned with state standards.

- Cultivate a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social and academic growth.

- Utilize creative strategies to engage young learners in developing foundational literacy and math skills.

- Collaborate with families and staff to identify and address students' individual needs.

- Complete ongoing and responsive assessments to support learning achievement.

- Exercise positive discipline to manage classroom behavior effectively.

- Mentor and train fellow teachers in best educational practices.

- Engage families and build community through daily communication, special events, and project based learning activities.

- Partner with Director and Assistant Director to curate curriculum, select professional development trainings, and implement Keystone Stars program.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Environmental Studies And Elementary Education

Roanoke College
Salem, VA
05.2008

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Positive Discipline

Accomplishments

    2015 National Teacher of the Year Award

Certification

Pennsylvania Private Teacher Certification

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Goddard School
07.2008 - 04.2019

Bachelor Of Arts - Environmental Studies And Elementary Education

Roanoke College