Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Motivated and eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
EHS Teacher
EOA Head Start/Early Head Start
SPRINGDALE
08.2012 - Current
Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development at home and in the classroom.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Maintained detailed records of children's progress, behaviors, and interactions to inform instructional decisions and parent communications.
Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Conducted ongoing assessments of child development and learning progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed.
Education
CDA - CDA
Care Courses
McLean, VA
03-2025
GED -
Arkansas High School Diploma
Springdale, AR
03-2011
Associate of Science - Child Development
Ashworth College
Peachtree Corners, Georgia
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Parent collaboration
Behavior observation
Problem solving
Team management
Organization and time management
Training & Development
Critical thinking
First Aid/CPR
Organization
Effective communication
Affiliations
I have been working with children for more than 15 years. I did conscious discipline training and many more trainings with EOA throughout the years.
Infant and Toddler /Preschool Teacher (Master Teacher Permit/Supervisor Permit) at AKA Head Start - Jackman Early Head StartInfant and Toddler /Preschool Teacher (Master Teacher Permit/Supervisor Permit) at AKA Head Start - Jackman Early Head Start