Kristen Schwartz
Littleton
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with a child-centered approach, skilled in adaptive teaching strategies and fostering parent-teacher communication. At The Goddard School, I enhanced student engagement through creative lesson plans and effective assessment strategies, significantly improving literacy skills and social-emotional growth among toddlers. Passionate about nurturing young learners and supporting diverse needs.
Experienced early childhood educator equipped to guide and nurture young learners. Proven ability to create engaging and educational environments that foster development and growth. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Adept at communication, curriculum planning, and classroom management, ensuring supportive and effective learning atmosphere.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
- Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the profession, providing guidance on curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Integrated sensory-based activities to encourage fine motor skill development and hands-on learning experiences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and administration on various initiatives and projects.
- Implemented effective assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate technology into daily lessons.
Lead Per-K Teacher
Primrose Schools
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Continually updated knowledge on early childhood education trends and research findings, applying this information to improve the quality of instruction delivered to students.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication, resulting in a stronger support system for student success.
Paraprofessional
Littleton Public Schools Euclid Middle School
09.2018 - 10.2023
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA12-2003
Skills
- Child-centered approach
- Adaptive teaching strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Age-appropriate activities
- Outdoor play supervision
- Group and individual instruction
- Patience and empathy
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson implementation
- Special needs support
Certification
Level 2 Colorado Shines
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2024 - 04.2025
Lead Per-K Teacher
Primrose Schools
01.2024 - 09.2024
Paraprofessional
Littleton Public Schools Euclid Middle School
09.2018 - 10.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cambridge College
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