Wendy Peterson

Assistant Preschool Teacher

NEMCSA Head Start

11.2016 - Current

Maintained a tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Organized snack time and nap hours.
Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Communicated with parents to inform them about their child's progress and classroom behavior.
Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
Assessed student performance and inputted it into TS GOLD to evaluate progress and development.