Education Professional, with in-depth experience working with Elementary School-aged youngsters,

seeking a Teaching Assignment at the K-Third Grade Level

Curriculum Development ~ Lesson Plan Authorship ~ Multi-Tasking ~ Computer Software ~ Parent/Teacher Interaction Facilitation ~ Team Collaboration & Support ~ Head Start Early Learning Program ~ Records Maintenance ~ Activities Program Design ~ IEP/IFSP Program Support

  Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Development; experienced in developing and participating in practicums

  Career background and broad-based experience developed while providing strong support for students and other program participants; worked closely with youngsters during multiple student teaching practicum assignments

  Utilize exceptional leadership, communication and presentation skills while integrating sensitivity and caring approach to student learning and development

  Authored crucial informative newsletters and performed in-depth testing of youngsters to assure achievement of age-/classroom level-appropriate skills; facilitated continual parent-student-teacher interaction

  Offer highest levels of reliability, task focus and self-motivation

Nursery Attendant, Kids International 2016 2017

         Successfully performed wide array of child-centered support activities, in alignment with organizational management directives.

Classroom Operation, Jefferson-Franklin Community Action Corporation Head Start 2015 - 2016

         Effectively oversaw broad-based responsibilities that included planning/implementing various activities, controlling classroom and teaching environment, managing youngsters actions and performance, participating in parent/teacher conferences and performing home visits.

         Collaborated with aides/volunteers to gain additional insight and capitalize on other experience/expertise in providing excellent support for youngsters.

         Designed and facilitated implementation of curriculum for Center-based classroom; continually assured that activities aligned with domains of Head Start Early Learning Framework and collaborated with other staff members to ensure that Center was run smoothly while still meeting needs of youngsters.

         Skillfully led activities, daily routine actions and any transitioning, assuring full accountability for each child, and selected equipment that fulfilled needs of every classroom participant.

         Diligently and confidentially maintained student files that contained assessments, screenings and IEP/IFSP information, to ensure compliance with all Performance Standards, including federal, state licensing and child/adult care food program regulations.

         Met regularly with parents, both during in-home visits as well as school conferences, to discuss individual child s progress/development and assist in developing appropriate goals for each child; worked closely with coordinators to identify available services dealing with array of disabilities, health, behavioral interventions and mental health needs.

         Carefully managed/monitored physical facility and outdoor play areas to assure safe environment as well as to address any health/safety issues; participated in monthly staff meetings and all required training, and worked with Education Coordinator in ensuring progress toward goals as identified in annual Professional Development Plan.

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Substitute Teacher, Valley Park School District, Meramec Valley R-III, St. Clair School District 2007 Present

         Expertly met multiple duties/responsibilities as directed by District management.

Private Care Provider 1999 - 2007

         In this assignment provided exceptional daily care for children within a private home setting; prepared meals, played with youngsters and took them on outings, administered any needed medications, reinforced appropriate end-of-day activities and nightly tuck in rituals and continually ensured that home was maintained in a clean and orderly manner.

Title, Children s World 2001 2003

         Diligently enforced organizational rules/guidelines and maintained classroom discipline, designed/implemented lesson plans, distributed appropriate snacks and continually assured a loving, supporting classroom environment for the children.

Lead Operator

Six Flags Park, St. Louis, MO 1996 - 2000

         Developed excellence in multiple areas including operating rides, serving as Lead Lifeguard and performing array of Mail Clerk responsibilities; also, as needed, cleaned areas to assure compliance with organizational standards regarding facility cleanliness/maintenance.

         Continually assured development of consistent action routines as well as strict adherence to all prevailing guidelines, rules and regulations.

Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

Bachelor of Science, Child & Family Development, Early Childhood Development, 2005

Teaching Certification, 2006, 3.5 GPA

In 2006, performed eight weeks of Student Teaching for Third Grade at Wild Horse Elementary School in the Rockwood School District and eight weeks teaching Kindergarten classes at Truman Elementary School

During B.S. studies, at Head Start performed 15 Service Learning Hours for three consecutive years:

2004 Child Development

2003 Elementary Education

2002 Child Speech Development

Greenwood Elementary

Fall 2005 - Reading Class Practicum

Fall 2004 - Observation for Mathematics Class

Fall: 2003 - Observation for Special Education Class

Willard North

2005 Methods Practicum

Infant/Toddler Lab

2004 Three-Year-Old Practicum

2003 Toddler Practicum

2002 Infant Practicum

Member, Pacific United Methodist Church, Nursery Supervisor

United Church of Christ, Preschool Practicum, 2001/2002

Truman Elementary School

Teacher s Aide for A+ Program, 1998

Teachers Aide, 1996/1997

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Hiring Agent Name

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Dear :

I am currently seeking a challenging Teacher position at the K-Third Grade level and am submitting my resume for your review. As an individual who has gained extensive experience and expertise in providing exceptional care and support for children, I believe you will find me well-suited to the requirements of this position.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Child & Family Development / Early Childhood Development. I hold Teaching Certification from the State of Missouri and during my undergraduate studies was required to develop as well as teach multiple practicums, as noted on my attached resume.

Most recently I held comprehensive responsibilities in providing oversight of classroom operations for the Jefferson-Franklin Community Action Corporation Head Start. In that role I planned and implemented a wide array of activities within a controlled classroom environment including managing youngsters actions/performance, and was a participating contributor to parent/teacher conferences as well as for in-home visits. I held responsibilities concerning curriculum design and implementation, and continually worked collaboratively with staff/volunteers/aides to assure that childrens needs were being met and that activities aligned with Head Start Early Learning parameters as well as other prevailing regulations and directives. Additionally, I ensured that all personnel files and records were maintained in a confidential manner.

Throughout my career, I have developed exceptional leadership capabilities as well as the ability to communicate and work with youngsters and other individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Additionally, I excel at gathering and analyzing data in support of identifying workable solutions to problems/issues.

As a performance-driven and forward thinking professional, I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how my experience and skills would be of benefit to you.

Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

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