Vernice Overbey
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Experienced Preschool Teacher with over 15 years of success in implementing engaging curriculums that improve academic performance, including specialized learning. Skilled in collaborating with parents and colleagues to create an inclusive classroom experience. Ability to implement effective behavior management strategies to keep disruptive behavior to a minimum and encourage a positive classroom environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory School Practitioner NC Pre-K Teacher
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
08.2014 - Current
- Responsibilities are to establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, including full supervision of children at all times, in accordance with North Carolina Pre-K licensing requirements
- Work collaboratively with family members, a teaching assistant and student interns to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities
- Planning, teaching and implementing an individualized curriculum and providing quality care for our children
- Provide individualized classroom experiences, that are developmentally, culturally and age-appropriate for the children we serve
- Other tasks are to document children’s progress through ongoing observation and direct assessment activities, which are discussed with parents and appropriate agency personnel.
Lead Teacher
Head Start
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Responsibilities were to work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children; carry out a curriculum that targets different areas of child development, such as language, motor and social skills
- Organize activities so children can learn, explore interests and develop talents
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring problems to the attention of parents and appropriate personnel
- Keep records of the students’ progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed about their child’s development.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education - Birth-Kindergarten Education
Elizabeth City State University
01.2014
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
01.2009
Skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasked environment
- Great attention to detail
- Highly energetic and outgoing personality
- Certifications
Special Skills And Abilities
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasked environments with great attention to detail; highly energetic and outgoing personality.
References
Available Upon Request
Certification
- First Aid
- LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling)
- Credentials 1 and 2; Administration 1 and 2 Trained in the ECERS Environmental Rating
- Playground Safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laboratory School Practitioner NC Pre-K Teacher
Elizabeth City State University
08.2014 - Current
Lead Teacher
Head Start
01.2006 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science in Education - Birth-Kindergarten Education
Elizabeth City State University
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
- First Aid
- LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling)
- Credentials 1 and 2; Administration 1 and 2 Trained in the ECERS Environmental Rating
- Playground Safety
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