Vicki Daus
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated early childhood educator with a passion for fostering student success. Committed to encouraging a love for learning and nurturing children's confidence through a growth mindset. Skilled in creating engaging and interactive lesson plans that cater to individual learning styles, while promoting social and emotional development. Proven ability to establish strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Giving Tree Montessori
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: NAEYC accredited and certified through AMS(American Montessori Society)
- I had the privilege of overseeing staff, working with children, planning educational activities, and ensuring everyone's safety and well-being
- In addition to overseeing curriculum, as the director, I managed enrollment, parent relations, staffing, the facility, payroll, and client billings
- An average of 90 families and 8 teachers
- In addition to promoting academic excellence, the school emphasized art, and music
- NAEYC accredited and certified through AMS(American Montessori Society)
Montessori Teacher
Ballard Montessori
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: NA
- Montessori Lead Teacher 3-4 classroom
- 12/1 ratio
- Planned and implemented weekly lesson plans
- Developing curriculum current with the seasons and holidays
- Positive daily parent communication to ensure the bridge from school to home was consistent and transparent
- NA
Montessori Pre-K Teacher
Little Wonders Montessori
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: NA
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with the Montessori philosophy
- Create a positive and safe environment where children can play and learn
- Daily communication with parents
- NA
Associate Teacher
Mission Neighborhood Center/Head Start
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Company Overview: NA
- Head Start serving children 3-5 years old
- Started as a center assistant and worked my way up to Associate Teacher
- Prepared snacks and meals
- Nap room supervision and floater
- Collaborated with parents and administrators to ensure student success
- NA
Education
Adolescent And Childhood Education
San Jose City College
San Jose, CAEarly Childhood Education -
San Francisco City College
San Francisco, CA01.2007
Certification - Montessori Early Childhood Education
North American Montessori Center
2007
Skills
- Clear Communication
- Dependable
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Detail Oriented
- Growth mindset
- Supportive
- Committed Professional
- Proactive Problem Solver
- Collaborative Team Leadership
Volunteer Experience
- Art at Booksin, Booksin Elementary School, 01/01/19, current, Developed and managed art curriculum, Organized annual Art Show to showcase students' work
- Cornerstone Parent, Project Cornerstone, Participated in YMCA community initiative to create a respectful environment for students
Professional Development
- Safe Spaces Certification, California Department of Social Services, 2024
- Early Literacy Development, Children’s Council of San Francisco, 2016
- Notary Public, 2024
Timeline
Director
Giving Tree Montessori
01.2014 - 01.2019
Montessori Teacher
Ballard Montessori
01.2011 - 01.2014
Montessori Pre-K Teacher
Little Wonders Montessori
01.2006 - 01.2011
Associate Teacher
Mission Neighborhood Center/Head Start
01.2001 - 01.2006
Early Childhood Education -
San Francisco City College
Adolescent And Childhood Education
San Jose City College
Certification - Montessori Early Childhood Education
North American Montessori Center
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