Shelby Hutton
Limon
Summary
Enthusiastic preschool educator with a proven track record in developing engaging lesson plans and building positive relationships with students and parents. Skilled in employing positive reinforcement and effective communication to enhance social development and emotional well-being.
Dedicated preschool teacher with expertise in classroom management, social-emotional learning, and lesson planning. Committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Limon Child Development Center
Limon, CO
03.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance cognitive and motor skills.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social development and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address individual needs effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on classroom management techniques and curriculum delivery.
- Developed engaging activities that encouraged creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork among children.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised up to twelve children throughout entire school day.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet needs of each student, offering personalized support where necessary.
- Facilitated connection with nature through regular educational outdoor excursions, enhancing environmental awareness.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Limon Child Development Center
Limon, CO
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson plans.
- Supported children's learning through engaging activities and educational games.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged social interaction among students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Prepared classroom materials and organized resources for various activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom space to ensure safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student development and classroom activities.
- Fostered a positive and nurturing classroom environment conducive to optimal learning and growth.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects.
- Served as an empathetic listener when comforting upset or frustrated children while fostering resilience in handling challenging situations.
- Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
- Improved preschoolers'' fine motor skills through art-based projects involving cutting, pasting, painting, and drawing exercises.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Education
Child Development Associate -
Limon Child Development Center
Limon, CO05.2021
High School Diploma -
Limon High School
Limon, CO05.2016
Skills
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional learning
- Toileting and potty training
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Safety procedures
- Calm and patient
- Play-based learning
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Limon Child Development Center
03.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Limon Child Development Center
08.2020 - 03.2022
Child Development Associate -
Limon Child Development Center
High School Diploma -
Limon High School