Tyler Carlson
Germantown
Summary
Experienced Lead Preschool Teacher skilled in creating engaging, child-centered classrooms for 4–5-year-olds through emergent curriculum and inquiry-based learning. Expertise in managing classroom behaviors while promoting social-emotional development and independence. Proficient in using Teaching Strategies GOLD for authentic assessments to tailor instruction and support growth. Collaborative leader fostering inclusive environments that empower children to feel safe and inspired to learn.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Celebree School of Germantown
Germantown
06.2024 - Current
- Designed and facilitated responsive, developmentally appropriate learning experiences based on children’s interests, observations, and emerging developmental needs to support growth in a preschool classroom (ages 4–5).
- Fostered positive, play-based learning environment through proactive classroom management, enhancing curiosity, problem-solving, social-emotional development, and child-led exploration.
- Documented and assessed student growth through ongoing observation and authentic assessment practices, using Teaching Strategies GOLD to inform instruction and support developmental goals.
- Partnered with families to support children’s learning and development through regular communication and collaboration, establishing shared goal-setting aligned with individual student needs.
- Mentored and supported assistant teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate practices, responsive interactions, and effective classroom strategies to strengthen team collaboration and consistency.
- Implemented inquiry-based and emergent learning opportunities by observing children’s interests and extending learning through purposeful questioning, exploration, and hands-on experiences.
- Cultivated a nurturing, inclusive classroom community that supported independence, self-regulation, and meaningful peer interactions through responsive guidance practices, including Conscious Discipline.
- Used observational data and authentic assessment to adapt experiences and scaffold learning, ensuring individualized support for each child’s cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical development.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
Rockville
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood development.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and education.
- Communicated regularly with staff to ensure a cohesive educational approach.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Celebree School of Rockville
North Bethesda
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Facilitated and planned on-campus school community events to enhance family engagement and strengthen community bonds.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to parents, providing insights into student development and fostering open communication.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to preschool education standards.
- Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into lesson plans so students could learn more about different cultures around the world.
- Developed daily staff schedules to optimize coverage and maintain smooth workflow in the classroom.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education (Concentration in Music)
SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NYSkills
- Emergent Curriculum Development
- Inquiry-Based Learning Facilitation
- Teaching Strategies GOLD Proficiency
- Authentic Assessment & Child Observation
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
- Individualized Instruction & Learning Scaffolding
- Kindergarten Readiness Support
- Play-Based Learning Environments
- Classroom Leadership & Assistant Teacher Mentorship
- Collaborative Teaching Techniques
- Family Partnerships & Parent Communication
- Social-Emotional Learning & Conscious Discipline
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Japanese
Elementary
ASL
Elementary
Certification
- ADA (Certificate)
- 45hr Methods & Materials - Preschool (Certificate)
- Child Development - Preschool (College Course)
- Leadership in Early Childhood Education (Certificate)
- Conscious Discipline (Certificate)
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Celebree School of Germantown
06.2024 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Georgetown Hill Early School
02.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Preschool Teacher
Celebree School of Rockville
02.2023 - 02.2024
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Jamestown Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education (Concentration in Music)
SUNY At Fredonia