Star Maa
Atlanta
Summary
Diligent Lead Preschool Teacher with deep understanding of early childhood education principles. Guided classroom of young learners while implementing age-appropriate curriculum and fostering nurturing environment. Demonstrated expertise in classroom management and parental communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Dunwoody Prep Preschool
10.2022 - Current
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Supervised 18 children through entire school day.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted strong literacy skills by incorporating reading activities throughout the day, laying a solid foundation for future academic achievement.
Substitute Teacher
Educators Now LLC
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Shift Supervisor
On The Border Mexican Cantina
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
- Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
- Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
- Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
- Handled escalated customer concerns and emergencies in absence of manager or supervisor.
- Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
- Recruited, hired and mentored new team members, working closely with human resources department.
Personal Babysitter
Private Client
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Read books to promote language development.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Supervised and cared for children ages 4 to 7.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Provided a safe environment for children, ensuring their well-being and security at all times.
Teacher's Assistant
Fort Valley State University
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GABachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA05-2027
Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
ContinuED Early Childhood Education
05-2024
Skills
- Department Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Relationship Building
- Learning Assessments
- Conflict Resolution
- Schedule Management
- Lesson Planning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Social Development
- Microsoft Office
- Positive Learning Environment
Certification
- First Aid CPR
- Health and Safety
- Microsoft
- CDA
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Dunwoody Prep Preschool
10.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Educators Now LLC
08.2022 - 10.2022
Personal Babysitter
Private Client
02.2020 - 03.2022
Shift Supervisor
On The Border Mexican Cantina
07.2019 - 08.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Fort Valley State University
08.2017 - 12.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Fort Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia Gwinnett College
Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Care And Education
ContinuED Early Childhood Education
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