Katherine E. Cousar

**** *. **** ****** ************, Florida 32206 904-***-**** acwt7c@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Seeking a position as a positive part of your school as an Early Childhood Lead Teacher.

Core Competencies

Hands-on experience working as an elementary school teacher

Thorough knowledge of School Board approved curriculum & instructional strategies

Outstanding knowledge of the instructional techniques of elementary education

Remarkable ability to write and speak effectively

Outstanding ability to provide instructional leadership and curriculum development

Superior instructional and communication skills

Excellent classroom management skills

Employment History

All Saints Early Learning Center Jacksonville, FL

VPK Lead Teacher 11/2015 - Present

To plan and implement a culturally sensitive educational program that is developmentally appropriate for each child's age and language.

To plan and implement appropriate daily lesson plans. based on the approved curriculum, that promote the cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development of children.

To conduct ongoing assessment and individualization documentation in a timely manner.

To provide a warm, nurturing, loving and positive environment, using positive guidance and techniques.

Developed activities that introduce math and literacy concepts

Support the elementary curriculum program to individualize child’s learning

Plan and developed curriculum based on children’s interests

Developed after school care programs for older children

Utilized classroom management and other techniques to encourage development

Chappell Head Start Jacksonville, FL

Lead Teacher 04/2015 – 11/2015

Developed activities that introduce math and literacy concepts

Support the elementary curriculum program to individualize child’s learning

Plan and developed curriculum based on children’s interests

Developed after school care programs for older children

Utilized classroom management and other techniques to encourage development

Kids Quest Academy Jacksonville, FL

Lead Teacher/ VPK Teacher 08/2014 – 04/2015

Ensure that the institutional goals are reflected in teaching and learning process

Support the elementary curriculum program to individualize child’s learning

Plan and developed curriculum based on children’s interests

Engage in observation, reflection and documentation of child’s learning processes

Ensure to collect, organize, and display materials and samples of children’s work to inspire further learning of the children and to share with parents, caregivers or visitors

The Scholars Christian Academy of Learning Inc. Jacksonville, FL

Child Care Center Director/ VPK Teacher 06/2013 - 08/2014

As a Center director I worked with qualified center staff to develop an appropriate curriculum and ensure that it complies with state and federal requirements. In the case of specialized schools, such as Florida schools, I also ensured that the curriculum complied with the specific requirements of that designation. I developed and implemented programs for young children and main activities

Planned and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social

needs of the children in the program

Ensured the provision of nutritious snacks and lunches

Provided adequate equipment and activities

Ensured that the equipment and the facility was clean, well maintained and safe at all times

Provided weekly and monthly schedules of activities

Developed culturally appropriate programs and activities

Developed activities that introduce math and literacy concepts

Established policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies

Was familiar with emergency procedures

Developed after school care programs for older children

Jacksonville Urban League Jacksonville, FL

Teachers Assistant 08/2006 – 04/2013

Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans, administered tests and evaluations, and analyzed student performance

Conducted group/individual reading, math and science activities

Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interaction

Participated in faculty and parent conferences

Provided safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing facilities

Followed and enforced standards and procedures to eliminate safety hazards

Utilized classroom management and other techniques to encourage development

Education

Florida State College of Jacksonville Associate Degree in Early Childhood Management Jacksonville, FL

Certifications

45 DCF Training Hours

CDA

Pediatric CPR / First Aid

Directors Credential

VPK Certification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge

The incumbent has proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Child development theories and practices, safe and appropriate activities for children relevant legislation, policies and procedures to ensure that children are supervised and safe at all times, financial management, human resources management, child program development, implement and evaluation, an understanding of the northern cultural environment

Skills

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

Team building skills Analytical and problem solving Decisions making skills

Stress managements skills Time management skills Financial management skills

Communications skills Human resources management Administrative skills

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