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Brunswick, MD

SHOSHANA J. KRON

Montessori Pre-Primary Teacher

SUMMARY

Dedicated teaching professional with more than 20 years of experience in private school, public school, and daycare settings. Expert in the use of Montessori methods for teaching pre-primary children (ages 18 months-3 years old). Proven leadership abilities as a Lead Teacher and school event organizer. Team player who leads by example, with a history of maintaining positive relationships with teachers, students, and parents.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher

Guide and supervise assistant teachers in Montessori methods

Assess the developmental level and needs of each student using targeted observation.

Provide an academically rigorous, engaging, and supportive learning environment that cultivates curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.

Teach independence in daily activities such as choosing work tasks and dressing themselves.

Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to the parent’s or guardian’s attention.

Implement strategies specifically targeted to children with behavioral or emotional challenges.

Promote skill development by engaging students in fun activities such as food preparation and creative movement.

Create a warm and caring atmosphere that encourages learning, promotes positive interactions between the children, and honors the individuality of each child.

Introduce American Sign Language by signing during activities such as singing and storytelling

Use assorted software to write lesson plans and record individual and group observations.

Communicate with parents, supervisors, and coworkers about children’s progress and development!

Participate in curriculum development activities and workshops such as Conscious Discipline and Movement in the Classroom

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification: Adult, Children and Infants

Medication Administration Training (MAT); Virginia Department of Education; 2023

Maryland State Accreditation, Level 3; Maryland State Department of Education; 2011

Montessori Diploma: Infant and Toddlers and Two’s, North American Montessori Center, 2009

Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR), Modules 1-4, 6-10; Maryland State Department of Education; 2008

Child Development Courses, Continuing Education; Frederick Community College, 2001

A.A.S, Therapeutic Recreation, Kingsborough Community College, 1983

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Playful Platos Montessori, Ashburn, VA

Preschool Lead Teacher August 2022- June 2023

Montessori Kids Universe, Ashburn, VA

Preschool Lead Teacher August 2018- August 2022

Ha’penny Montessori, Ashburn, VA

Preschool Lead Teacher January 2015-June 2018

Compass School, Ashburn, VA

Co-teacher September 2013-November 2014

Frederick Country Day Montessori, Frederick, MD

Preschool Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher September 2001- September 2013

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