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Margaret Ralston

Atlanta

Summary

Friendly and energetic early childhood educator with 4 years experience. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Dedicated to sharing the importance of early education and intervention.

Work History

Pre-K Lead Teacher

Our Lady of The Assumption
08.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Pre-K teaching team to create and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for children ages 4 and 5.
  • Fostered relationships with students to create a nurturing learning environment.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.

After School Director

Our Lady Of The Assumption Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Supervised and managed a team of childcare professionals to guarantee the highest standards of care.
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.

Pre-K Teacher Aide

Our Lady Of The Assumption Catholic School
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported the teacher's lessons and classroom management.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys. (In person 2020 with masks)

Internship

NAEYC accredited preschool
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Created and implemented appropriate lesson plans for children ages 1 to 2 years old.

Volunteer

The RISE Center
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assisted teachers in the classroom with the children and classroom tasks
  • Worked with traditional learning and special needs children.

Counselor

Camp Skyline
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • Supervised a cabin of 15 girls around ages 6-8 years old
  • Worked with girls ages 6-16 years old in camp activities.

Education

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

University of West Alabama
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.2020

St. Pius X Catholic High School
Atlanta, GA
05.2016

Skills

  • Learning Without Tears curriculum

    • - Get Set for School

    - Handwriting Without Tears

  • Heggerty curriculum
  • Trained in Orton Gillingham

Timeline

After School Director

Our Lady Of The Assumption Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Pre-K Lead Teacher

Our Lady of The Assumption
08.2021 - Current

Pre-K Teacher Aide

Our Lady Of The Assumption Catholic School
08.2020 - 05.2021

Internship

NAEYC accredited preschool
01.2020 - 05.2020

Volunteer

The RISE Center
08.2018 - 03.2020

Counselor

Camp Skyline
06.2015 - 07.2016

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

University of West Alabama

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The University of Alabama

St. Pius X Catholic High School

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