Dana Little
Laurel
Summary
Dynamic Lead Teacher with a proven track record at The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development, excelling in parent-teacher communication and curriculum planning. Spearheaded assessment tools, enhancing student progress by targeting interventions, and mentored new teachers, significantly boosting classroom effectiveness. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and a flexible approach, ensuring comprehensive development and academic success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
11.2023 - Current
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Toddler Teacher
Watchful Eye Daycare
12.2020 - 03.2023
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Old Mill Highschool
600 Patriot Ln06.2018
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Observation and assessment
- Progress reporting
- Age-appropriate activities
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom organization
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Clear public speaking skills
Certification
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certified -2024
- Basic Health And Safety-2024
- 45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials-2024
- Abuse Prevention Training -2023
- 9 Hour Communications Training Course-2022
- ADA (Special Needs Training) -2021
- Child Care Training Institute (Child Growth and Development) -2021
- Child Care Training Institute (Methods and Materials) -2021
- Maryland Child Care Credentials Certificate-2021
- First Steps in Child Care-2021
Experience
Experienced in Front desk operations and administrative support, including managing multi-line phone systems, greeting families, and office filing Which has led me to be Highly agile and adaptable in dynamic environments, with strong proficiency in phone systems and computer skills.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
11.2023 - Current
Toddler Teacher
Watchful Eye Daycare
12.2020 - 03.2023
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certified -2024
- Basic Health And Safety-2024
- 45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials-2024
- Abuse Prevention Training -2023
- 9 Hour Communications Training Course-2022
- ADA (Special Needs Training) -2021
- Child Care Training Institute (Child Growth and Development) -2021
- Child Care Training Institute (Methods and Materials) -2021
- Maryland Child Care Credentials Certificate-2021
- First Steps in Child Care-2021
High School Diploma -
Old Mill Highschool
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