J U L I E A N N
L A R S O N
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Rochester, MN 55901
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and responsive preschool class leader with demonstrated skills in connecting with students and parents. Boosts students' learning and social development with hands-on activities and play-based strategies. Focused on supporting every child with care and compassion.
SKILLS
Lesson planning Classroom management
Personalize instructions Support emotional needs
Teach basic skills Connect with parents
Verbal communication Recordkeeping
Task prioritization Attention to detail
Multitasking Documentation
Group and individual instruction
EXPERIENCE
Preschool Teacher, Christ Our Rock Church and Precious Pebbles Preschool, Aug 2016 - Mar 2020, Rochester, MN
Maintained records of student progress.
Established and maintained standards of student behavior. Maintained professional knowledge by attending educational conferences, trainings, workshops, and courses.
Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to meet needs of children. Changed children's clothes and tended to injuries, illnesses, and toileting needs. Observed and redirected behavior using positive reinforcement techniques. Planned, organized, and implemented programs for preschoolers. Conducted parent-teacher conferences on children's school adjustment, academic progress, and classroom behavior.
Maintained positive and encouraging learning environment with use of positive reinforcement strategies.
Organized classroom spaces with multiple stations to engage the students in different ways while boosting learning.
Promoted good nutrition for every student by preparing and serving healthy meals and snacks.
Worked closely with struggling students to improve learning, eating habits and personal hygiene.
JL
Dec 2006
May 2003
Childcare Provider, Licensed Childcare Provider for Olmsted County, Sep 2008 - Aug 2016, Rochester, Minnesota
Provided enjoyable activities for children under supervision. Communicate with parents regarding observations and concerns or to provide positive feedback.
Assisted children in overcoming inappropriate behavior, providing positive guidance and reinforcement.
Maintained clean classroom, eating, and activity areas. Built positive relationships with parents by listening to concerns and requests. Maintained safe, nurturing environment for children and followed prescribed procedures for optimal care
Helped children practice good hygiene and provided potty training and diapering. Selected activities to reinforce learning and discovery and helped children develop personal interests.
Prepared healthy meals and snacks, following preferred diets approved by parents. Introduced babies and toddlers to basic educational concepts by reading and playing with them.
Supervised children at play and monitored activities for safety. Built positive and productive relationship with each student to support continued growth and development.
Cooked meals and prepared and snacks.
Observed children to determine signs of developmental or emotional issues and advised parents.
Led songs and games, arts and crafts, and challenged children to work hard to succeed.
Organized activities that encouraged exploration and inquisitiveness. Oriented children on importance of daily exercise and eating healthy meals. Balanced daily schedule to provide for sufficient activity, rest, and playtime. Engaged children with fun crafts such as painting and drawing to expand creative abilities.
Cleaned and sterilized toys, equipment and play areas every day to protect the children from infection risks.
Documented the daily activities, attendance and other information for every child to update facility records and parent review.
Helped preschool-aged students to get ready for kindergarten through storytelling and games.
Helped prepare preschool-aged children for kindergarten by introducing basic concepts such as alphabet, numbers, colors, and shapes. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Professional Studies in Elementary Education Winona State University - Winona, Minnesota
Associate of Arts
Rochester Community and Technical College - Rochester, Minnesota