Compassionate Preschool Teacher with expertise in early childhood development paired with 9 years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional programs. Dedicated to monitoring student progress and maintaining schedules and routines. Supports collaborative teaching and comprehensive student support. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods. Use of prior Navy experience to implement structure, detailed work, and strong motivation to complete task.
Skills
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Instructional Strategies
Instructional Techniques
Classroom Integration
Providing Feedback
Language Skills
Clerical Support
Effective Written and Verbal Communication
Different Learning Styles
Positive Interactions
Video Conferencing
Remote Assistance
Critical and Creative Thinking
Data Entry Accuracy
CPR/First-aid Certified
Experience
07/2022 to Current
Preschool TeacherRight At School – Barnegat, NJ,
Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Observed children to record development.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
08/2014 to Current
Homeschool TeacherHackensack Public Schools – Hackensack, NJ,
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Increased learning and educational advancements by 50%
Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
08/2018 to 11/2021
ESL TeacherVIPKID International – City, STATE,
Educated 808 students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Received 4,100 Excellent feedback from parents.
Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2011 to to
Bachelor of Science: Business Management University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ GPA:
Expected in 06/2010 to to
Bachelor of Science: Psychology University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ GPA:
Activities and Honors
United States Navy
Certifications
Certified TESOL
Certified TEFL
Google Coursera Certification in Project Management
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