Maria Magana
Peoria
Summary
Dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher at Brilliant Scholars Preschool, skilled in classroom management and fostering parent-teacher communication. Proven ability to enhance literacy skills through innovative curriculum development and individualized instruction. Bilingual in Spanish, I effectively support diverse learners while promoting social-emotional growth and a safe, engaging classroom environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Brilliant Scholars Preschool
06.2018 - Current
- Organized lessons and activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans with accommodations to meet the needs of each student.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom success.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child's progress, promoting increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences twice a year to discuss student progress and areas of improvement.
- 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 learning in the classroom.
- Supported the social-emotional development of preschool-aged children by implementing activities to teach empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
- Promoted strong literacy skills by incorporating reading activities throughout the day, laying a solid foundation for future academic achievement.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
The Goddard School of Buckeye
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance student learning through differentiation and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Effective listening
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Child CPR and first aid
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Brilliant Scholars Preschool
06.2018 - Current
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
The Goddard School of Buckeye
02.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
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