KRISTINA STODDARD
Rutland, MA ***** • 774-***-**** • *******@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with a proven track record at Little Beginnings Preschool, excelling in classroom management and fostering child development. Skilled in lesson planning and parent- teacher communication, I create engaging, safe learning environments that enhance social skills and academic growth, ensuring every child thrives through tailored, interactive activities. Skills
• Classroom management
• Classroom organization
• Child development
• Positive reinforcement
• Parent-teacher communication
• Lesson planning
• Early childhood education
• Group and individual instruction
• Activity planning
• Curriculum planning
• Training in food handling preparation
• Social skills development
• Age-appropriate assessment
• Conflict resolution techniques
• Daycare management
• Schedule creation and maintenance
I'm also extremely driven and will to learn, I'm
a very hard worker. I have several references
that will attest to that statement.
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Work History
Preschool Teacher/ Office Support, 06/2011 to Current Little Beginnings Preschool – Shrewsbury, MA
Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
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• Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness. Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
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Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
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• Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group. Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
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Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
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• Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files. Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
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Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
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Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent- teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
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Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
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• Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day. Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
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Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
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• Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success. Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
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Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
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Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
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Developed diverse curriculum to cater to different learning styles, improving educational outcomes.
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Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
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Initiated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's progress, strengthening family-school connections.
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Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing students' imaginations and interest in reading.
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• Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
• Established positive relationships with students and families.
• Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
• Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
• Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth. Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
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Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
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Education
Associate Of Applied Science: Early Education
Becker College - Worcester, MA
I'm currently enrolled in a certification program for " Entry level medical billing and coding". Certificate: Entry Level Medical Billing And Coding Wachusette Community College - Massachusetts