Teacher

Posted on: 2008-02-09

Related Experience: Head Teacher Pre-K 2008-present KinderCare, Clifton Park, New York -Organize language arts, creative arts, math and science -Facilitate developing social-emotional behavior skills -Integrate creative development throughout the curriculum Creative Movement/Nia Instructor 2003-present The Center for Nia and Yoga, Albany, New York -Choreograph and teach a body/mind/spirit movement class -Facilitate relaxation through creative imagery and movement forms -Enhance self-esteem through imagery, yoga, meditation, and dance Diversity Trainer/Education Consultant, Albany, New York August 2003-June 2005 -Developed unique diversity training curriculum -Presented diversity trainings at Albany Medical College, New York, Tennessee, and Iowa -Awarded ‘superior‘ rating on overall teaching performance by staff and volunteers Head Teacher, Preschool Sumer 2003 Kidskeller Daycare, Albany, New York -Fostered early childhood literacy -Arranged artistic play -Provided emotional support Substitute Teacher K-12 2002-2003 Athens Meigs Educational Services, Athens, Ohio -Taught language arts, math, and English -Assisted Special Education classes -Developed diversity awareness Education: -Master of Education, Ohio University, 2003 -Master of Science in Child and Family Development, Ohio University, 2001 -Bachelor of Arts in English/Theater, Shawnee State University, 1999 Certifications and Trainings: -Respecting Diversity, Capital District Child Care Council, 2008 -Children and Divorce, Capital District Child Care Council, 2008 -Women’s Studies Certificate, Ohio University, 2003 -Conflict Resolution Certificate, Appalachian Peace and Justice Network, 2003