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Alexa Coleman

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Professional Summary

Qualified and dedicated early childhood teacher with 22 years experience. Passionate about contributing to the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of young children. Enthusiastic, creative, caring, and knowledgeable in learning theories and practice, seeking to provide quality teaching in an energetic environment.

Skills

Strong organizational and planning skills.
Experience working with young children with exceptional needs and the knowledge to create and implement adaptations and accommodations.
Ability in designing, implementing, and evaluating a meaningful and challenging curriculum based on children's individual needs.
Effectively communicate with parents.
Manage children effectively while maximizing learning opportunities in an inclusive classroom setting.
Ability to collaborate with co-workers, families, and other professionals.
Experience working with children with different cultural and diverse backgrounds.
Uphold ethical standards and state guidelines.

Experience

Preschool Teacher Jul 2002－Present Wesley Preschool － Johnson City, TN

Provide an age appropriate learning environment, materials, and hands-on activities that are fun, healthy, and safe.

Create and implement weekly lesson plans, incorporating all areas of learning and development.

Adapt teaching strategies and environment to each child's individual needs.

Oversee classroom management.

Assess children's progress and maintain records.

Communicate openly with families, director, and staff daily.

Provide parent/teacher conferences.

Attend monthly staff meetings.

Attend a minimum of 24 hours of training per school calendar year pertaining to early childhood.

Preschool Teacher Sep 2000－Feb 2002 Central Baptist Preschool － Johnson City, TN

Followed the State of Tennessee Licensure Guidelines as well as the mission statement, goals, and curriculum of the program.
Created a loving Christian environment for all of the children.
Monitored the facility for safety, health, and cleanliness issues and reporting them to the program director.
Initiated day-to-day activities of the children entrusted in my care.
Kept daily attendance logs and injury reports.
Maintained communication with parents and families.
Cooperated with all staff in a professional manner.

Teachers aide Aug 1998－Sep 1999 Mother Goose Day School － Johnson City, TN

Followed the State of Tennessee Licensure Guidelines and those of the program.

Helped children with their daily personal hygiene.

Set up and clean up of activities both indoor and outdoor.

Supervised children during meal times.

Prepared curriculum materials.

Monitored the immediate environment for health and safety issues reporting them to the teacher and resolving immediate problems as needed.

In the teachers absence, I would assume the role of the teacher and it's responsibilities.

Assume other duties when and where needed as assigned by the program director.

Worked cooperatively and professionally with families and staff.

Assistant director/Preschool teacher Aug 1993－Jun 1998 Princeton Prep Preschool － Johnson City, TN

Followed State of Tennessee Licensure Guidelines and those of the child care center.

Supervised and cared for a classroom of children ranging from ages infant to five years of age.

Created and implemented weekly lesson plans.

Responsible for opening and closing the center.

Maintained classroom and center records.

Communicated with parents as a teacher and in a supervisory position.

Attended training classes and workshops to further my knowledge of early childhood.

Enrolled new children into the program.

Supervised staff and did scheduling as needed.

Monitored the center for health, safety, and cleanliness.

Communicated with officials, Department of Human Services, Fire Marshall, and the Health Inspector as needed.

Acquired a Class D endorsement on my drivers license to provide transportation for children on field-trips and to and from area elementary schools.

Assumed roles and responsibilities of all staff during absences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science : Early Childhood Education Dec 2015 Northeast State Community College － Blountville, TN All education classes required to complete an
Associate of Applied Science Degree Program
will be completed by May of 2015.
GPA: 4.0

Technical Certificate : Early Childhood Education Dec 2014 Northeast State Community College － Blountville, TN

Child Development Associate (CDA) : Early Childhood Education Sep 2013 Northeast State Community College － Blountville, TN

Additional Information

Certified in First aid and CPR.
Mentor for the Faculty/Student Mentoring Program at Northeast State Community College, providing assistance and guidance in completing projects and assignments in Early Childhood courses.
Volunteer at the "Special Olympics" bowling games November 2014
Field experience included: 10 hours of observation going into homes with a developmental therapist from Expanding Horizons Early Intervention Program.
Summer tutoring for a child with autism. (2012, 2013, & 2014)

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