Marie Poulos
Preschool Director
Dunwoody
Summary
A dedicated early childhood teacher with 13 years of experience working at Kingswood Preschool. I have a proven ability to establish safe environments that foster learning and curiosity. Innovative methods of teaching have helped kids grow socially and intellectually, which has made the classroom a better place to learn and received positive feedback from parents and staff. I am ready to use my experience as a director to help make the preschool more effective and have a bigger effect.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Kingswood Preschool
08.2013 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with childhood education standards, enhancing foundational skills in colors, shapes, and letters.
- Supervised classroom activities to ensure safe learning environments during indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Fostered relationships with children and families through effective communication and individualized instruction.
- Coordinated with the educational DeKalb Fire Department to provide experiential learning for our school.
- Implemented hands-on play-based strategies, encouraging positive behavior through praise and rewards.
- Identified children needing support for emotional or developmental concerns, developing improvement strategies.
- Participated in team meetings with administrators to review curriculum objectives and discuss policies.
- Attended workshops and conferences to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Jacksonville, NCSkills
Creative teaching strategies
Parent-teacher communication
Outdoor learning
Visual supervision
Classroom management
Activity planning
Empathy and compassion
Positive reinforcement
Group and individual instruction
Observational skills
Multitasking
Creative thinking
Calm and patient
Problem-solving
Collaborative and Team-oriented
Strong work ethic and dependable
Organizational and planning skills
Attention to detail
Continuous improvement
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Kingswood Preschool
08.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Certifications & Training
- Georgia Preschool Association Virtual Conference, 2025
- St. Andrew UMC Preschool Training, 2024 & 2025
- Positive Discipline Training, 2015
- CPR & First Aid, 2024