Asha S. Ganesan Email:sefz0u@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 630-***-****
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Objective
To obtain a teacher position in Early Childhood Education at the preschool or elementary level
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Early Childhood Education and Special Education Concentration
Kendall College, Chicago, IL Graduated: March 28, 2009
Course Highlights:
Skills for working more successfully with diverse groups of children using an array of developmentally appropriate strategies and techniques;
Special Education will prepare teachers to work with special needs children to age six.
Knowledge of the latest research for developing school readiness and literacy skills for young children.
Associate of Applied Science Degree, Early Childhood Education
Harper College, Palatine, IL Graduated: May 2004
Course Highlights:
Language Development & Activities for the Young Child
Movement & Rhythms for the Young Child
Early Childhood Practicum one and two
Child – Family – Community
Experience
Chesterbrook Academy Oswego, IL 60543
Lead Teacher (Pre-K age group) May 2010 -Still working
Safari Child Care, Mt. Prospect IL 60056
Lead Teacher (Pre-K/ Kindergarten age group) November 2008 – January 2010
Tailor a lesson plan and comprehensive curriculum with new theme every week
Conduct child assessments throughout the year to monitor child's development and identify and focus on additional development on individual basis.
Hold parent teacher conferences twice a year and provide feedback to the parent about child's development progress
Encourage children to reach and achieve developmental milestones
Involve activities and curriculum to develop Gross/Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills and Cognitive Learning Skills
Introduce alphabet letters and counting in sign language and Spanish.
KinderCare Learning Center, Palatine IL 60067
Lead Teacher (Pre-K age group) February 2002 –October 2008
Instructed a diverse student different age group
Organized and created learning centers and bulletin boards
Used Cooperative learning strategies
Planning the indoor and outdoor environment to provide a positive and safe learning environment.
I had kept concise records students development progress
Communicating effectively with parents about their children's development.
My job was to meet each and individual needs by getting them ready for kindergarten. Introduce how to read, write, sounds of letters, numbers, and much more
Chesterbrook Academy Oswego, IL 60543
Lead Teacher (Pre-K age group) May 2010 -Still working
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Asha S. Ganesan Email:sefz0u@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 630-***-****
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14123 S Lehigh Drive Plainfield Illinois 60544
Deer Park Bright Horizons IL, 60010
Assistant Teacher (Internship) March 2002 - June 2002
Completed lessons on various children's books, poems, and themes
Used creative and practical skills to prepare inspiring learning materials
Daily lesson planning and creating daily worksheet
Meet child needs toward instructional goals
Planning and organizing a range of individual and group activities, including role play, movement, dance, singing, games, arts and crafts and nature activities.
St. Charles Park District, St. Charles, IL 60174
Assistant Tennis Instructor March 2002 - June 2002
Assisted in tennis programs with children from elementary to junior high school age
Qualifications
Seven years of experience in Customer Service
Multilingual and some knowledge of sign language.
The ability to use clear communication techniques and to create a happy, caring and stimulating learning environment.
An imaginative approach, with highly developed creative and practical skills.
Dealing with the creatively and effectively with any problem situations that may arise.
Energy, stamina and resourcefulness.
Professional Goals
I have a serious commitment to be the best teacher for each group of students I have the opportunity to teach.
I will work hard to be a positive influence in the lives of my students, their parents, and my fellow teachers.
To keep up with the most effective teaching methods, I wish to attend workshops, obtain a master's degree, and interact with other teachers for advice and to learn new ideas.
I Plan to work on my Master's degree in future.
Reference:
Courtney, KinderCare- Director300 W Kensington Rd, Mt Prospect, IL - 847-***-****
Dana Marku- Preschool Teacher 847-***-****
Laura Peek- Teacher 847-***-****
Refat - Elementary School Teacher 847-***-****