Sashia Roberts
Jonesboro
Summary
Experienced in early childhood education, demonstrating proficiency in lesson planning and classroom management. Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities that fostered physical, mental, social, and emotional growth among preschoolers. Collaborated with colleagues to create engaging learning experiences tailored to diverse learning styles while maintaining a safe and stimulating environment. Established effective communication with parents to support children's progress and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
The learning groove academy
Jonesboro
01.2023 - Current
- Instructed children on basic concepts such as colors, numbers, shapes, letters.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education practices.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan weekly lessons that incorporated various learning styles into each activity.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
- Encouraged creativity in young minds by providing materials for art projects or music time activities.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when needed to motivate students during learning tasks.
- Prepared lesson plans based on curriculum objectives set forth by school administrators.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
- Assisted with daily meal times by helping prepare meals, serving food, cleaning up after meals and teaching proper table manners.
- Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Used crowd management techniques to create safe and secure childcare environment.
- Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
- Encouraged teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Assistant Teacher
Cedars Preschool mt.zion
Jonesboro
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Prepared reports on student performance for administrators.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Encouraged positive behavior with rewards and incentives.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Implemented lesson plans for students with varying learning styles.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Created colorful and attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
Education
Associate in Medical Assistant - Medical Assistance
UEI College
Morrow, GA06-2021
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro, GA05-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child assessment
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- First aid and CPR
- Team work
- Patients
- Team leadership
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
The learning groove academy
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Cedars Preschool mt.zion
05.2020 - 11.2022
Associate in Medical Assistant - Medical Assistance
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro High School