Kindergarten Teacher Elementary Education

Objective:

Passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with 25 years of experience creating engaging and nurturing learning environments for young children. Committed to fostering holistic development, fostering a love for learning, and instilling essential skills for academic success.

Education:

BA Elementary Education with a minor in Family Studies, Kansas State University 1997

MA Elementary Education, Mid America Nazarene University 2000

Professional Experience:

Kindergarten Teacher, St. Agnes Catholic School, Mission, KS 1997-2000

Kindergarten Teacher, Notre Dame de Sion Catholic School, Kansas City, MO 2000-2015

Kindergarten Teacher, Cure of ‘Ars Catholic School, Kansas City, MO 2015-2021

Curriculum Director/Coordinator

Professional Development for Kindergarten through Second Grade

Skills:

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum guidelines, fostering intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

Employ various teaching methodologies, including hands-on activities, group projects, and interactive technology, to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.

Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued, respected, and encouraged to explore and express themselves.

Collaborate with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents to address individual student needs, monitor progress, and develop effective intervention strategies.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues.

Familiarity with educational technology tools and resources for enhancing teaching and learning experiences.

Organize and facilitate parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and community events to foster parent involvement and support student learning both in and out of the classroom.

Assess student performance through formal evaluations, informal observations, and standardized testing, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction accordingly.

Ability to adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of individual students.

References Available Upon Request

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