Kelly Gwin
Longmont
Summary
Since 18, I have worked as a certified nurse assistant in nursing homes and in-home health throughout the years I have worked in different environments. I did work at Walmart and the toy department and I also work for a Dr. Steed as a receptionist and assistant in his office, I love working with people I am friendly, caring, and very reliable.
Friendly Lead Preschool Teacher develops relationships with children with a range of abilities. Dedicated to supporting children's emotional, physical and cognitive development. Punctual and organized with outstanding interpersonal abilities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Acorn school
Boulder
04.2023 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental standards.
- Supervised classroom activities to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Fostered positive relationships with children and families through effective communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum and improve instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote social skills and cooperation.
- Conducted assessments to track student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development and needs.
- Mentored assistant teachers in classroom management and lesson delivery techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan weekly lessons that incorporated various learning styles into each activity.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Assisted with daily meal times by helping prepare meals, serving food, cleaning up after meals and teaching proper table manners.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when needed to motivate students during learning tasks.
- Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
- Monitored students' progress using observation techniques and documented development records.
- Prepared lesson plans based on curriculum objectives set forth by school administrators.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
- Utilized computer software programs to maintain accurate student records related to attendance, grades and behavioral issues.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Instructed children on basic concepts such as colors, numbers, shapes, letters.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Here We Grow early Learning Center
Longmont
01.2020 - Current
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Updated daily bulletin board with children's artwork and accomplishments.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Developed well-managed classroom of 16 children.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Maintained attendance records.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Created safe, developmentally-appropriate environment for 16 children through implementation of learning activity and discipline.
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Acorn school
Boulder
Education
GED -
Adult Education Longmont
Longmont, CO08.1999
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Creative Lesson Plans
- Visual Supervision
- Growth Portfolios
- Activity Planning
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Certified in Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Organization
- Calm and Patient
- Social Skills Development
Acorn school
Preschool lead teacher for 2 1/2 years in folder Acorn school
Certification
I have my equip pyramid plus and CPR certificate
Affiliations
I am very energetic person who can keep up with children love being able to do several different activities with them
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Acorn school
04.2023 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Here We Grow early Learning Center
01.2020 - Current
GED -
Adult Education Longmont
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Acorn school