DANIELLE COOPER
Baltimore
Summary
Experienced Preschool Lead Teacher skilled in creating engaging learning environments that promote respect and teamwork. Implements play-based strategies and integrates technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Communicates effectively with parents to support student progress and foster collaborative educational experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
KidzStuff Childcare Center
Baltimore
03.2014 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Monitored and documented students' academic, social, and emotional progress to inform tailored support strategies.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Adopted technological advancements that engaged and empowered children.
- Documented individual children and teachers to maintain accurate records for developmental tracking.
Preschool Teacher Leader
Playworkz Childcare Center
Baltimore
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to facilitate communication on student performance and set expectations for continued success.
- Cultivated open communication with parents to boost involvement and support in student learning.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities like after-school clubs and field trips to enrich educational experiences outside the classroom.
- Built trust and rapport with students and their families through regular communication and support.
- Supervised classroom activities to ensure safety and security for all students present.
- Established a supportive and safe classroom environment that fostered preschoolers' growth and development.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD05-2027
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Baltimore, MD06-2001
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Creative curriculum design
- Developmental assessments
- Inclusive classroom strategies
- STEM learning activities
- Physical development activities
- Safety management
- First aid and CPR
- Record keeping
- Parent communication
- Staff development
- Mentorship training
- Music and movement
Certification
- Child Development Associate
- 90 hr certification
- 9 hr communication
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
KidzStuff Childcare Center
03.2014 - Current
Preschool Teacher Leader
Playworkz Childcare Center
10.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
The Community College of Baltimore County
High School Diploma -
Northern High School