Yvette Butler
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced Educator with 15+ years of teaching experience seeking a leadership role in curriculum and instruction to foster student success. Proficient in educational leadership, curriculum development, instructional methodology, school improvement, and student relations. A results-oriented leader dedicated to enhancing curriculum and classroom management strategies. Holds a Master of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education, teaching certification, and professional educator license.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Team Lead
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with 10 faculty and educational specialists to discuss program improvements
- Selected diverse instructional materials, supplemental resources and technology-based tools
- Integrated technology and other modern literacy techniques to promote communication development
- Conducted 3 standardized assessments to evaluate student progress and optimize learning
- Utilized 3 online learning platforms to lead class discussions and facilitate collaborative peer groups
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and visual aids into lessons.
- Actively participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching techniques.
- Designed assessments that measured student progress towards meeting curriculum goals, informing future instructional decisions.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance in classroom management techniques.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Utilized various forms of technology in the classroom to support student learning and facilitate interactive lessons.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusion, and cooperation among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, enhancing communication and collaboration for student success.
- Monitored individual student progress using data-driven strategies, allowing for targeted interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting lesson plans according to changing needs or circumstances while maintaining high-quality instruction for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, broadening the scope of learning experiences for students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Consistently met or exceeded state standards for Pre-Kindergarten education through effective lesson planning and delivery.
- Organized extracurricular events such as field trips and guest speakers to enhance students'' understanding of real-world applications of concepts learned in class.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten Program
08.2006 - 12.2021
- Provided balanced instruction with adequate teaching and exploration time for 18 students to improve both personal and educational growth and development
- Promoted development of social, physical, and academic skills through guided student activities
- Improved children's self-esteem and social skills by modeling positive behaviors in the classroom
- Assisted children to achieve developmentally appropriate milestones by maintaining a supportive and learning focused classroom environment
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education Leadership
The University of Arizona
Chandler, AZ01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global
San Diego, CA01.2018
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Instructional Methodology
- Educational Administration
- Assessment Design
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Teaching
- Special Education
- Behavior Management
- Tutoring
- Classroom experience
- Preschool experience
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Learning technology
- Childcare
- Communication skills
- Mentoring
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Fine motor skills
- Sensory integration
- Gross motor skills
- Child development expertise
- Curriculum planning
- Special needs support
- Assessment and evaluation
- First aid and CPR
- Language development
- Creative lesson planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Safety procedures
- Social skills development
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Activity planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Child development
- Group and individual instruction
- Cultural sensitivity
- Early childhood education
- Performance improvement
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Student records management
- Special education
- Elementary education
- Tutoring expertise
- Certified in early childhood education
- Social skill building
- Excellent classroom management
- Observational skills
- Calm and patient
- Effective listening
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Child CPR and first aid
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational and planning skills
- Creative thinking
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- Professional Educator License, 09/01/23, 09/01/28
- Teaching Certification
- First Aid Certification, 10/01/23, 10/01/25
- Special Education Certification, Present
- CPR Certification, 10/01/23, 10/01/25
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Team Lead
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
01.2021 - Current
Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten Program
08.2006 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education Leadership
The University of Arizona
Accomplishments
- Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Achieved 90% student growth and success by completing data driven instruction with accuracy and efficiency.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Similar Profiles
Ayanna BerryAyanna Berry
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant PK at Charlotte Mecklenburg School SystemExceptional Children Teacher's Assistant PK at Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
ROSLYN DALYROSLYN DALY
Small Group Leader (Reading) at Charlotte Mecklenburg School SystemSmall Group Leader (Reading) at Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
Deana WallaceDeana Wallace
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant at Charlotte Mecklenburg School SystemExceptional Children Teacher's Assistant at Charlotte Mecklenburg School System