Gia Kennedy
Beverly
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with expertise in creative lesson planning and nature-based learning, with experience working with ages 6 months up to 5 years. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes social-emotional development and curiosity. Currently teaching in a Toddler-Preschool classroom, with children ages 2-3 years
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Beverly Children's Learning Center
Beverly
11.2019 - Current
- Designed and facilitated nature-based curriculum for children ages 2-5, integrating literacy, numeracy, and STEM into daily outdoor exploration.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment by supervising small groups, modeling kindness and empathy, and supporting social-emotional regulation during cooperative outdoor play.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promote early childhood learning and development.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity and exploration.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's growth and development goals.
- Worked as a dedicated support staff from 11/2019 to 5/2021, before being promoted to Lead Preschool Teacher.
Front of House & Cashier
Mike's Pizzeria
Beverly
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Greeted customers warmly upon entry, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and efficient change handling.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new cashiers on operational procedures and systems.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Education
Child Growth And Development Course - Early Childhood Education
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA12-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
Salem State University
Salem, MASkills
- Certified in early childhood education
- CPR and first aid trained
- Creative lesson planning
- Play-based learning approaches
- Social-emotional development
- Nature-based learning
- Expressive, child-led arts
- Parent-teacher communication
- Empathy and compassion
- Storytelling techniques
- Child development knowledge
- Hands-on learning
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Beverly Children's Learning Center
11.2019 - Current
Front of House & Cashier
Mike's Pizzeria
01.2018 - 10.2019
Child Growth And Development Course - Early Childhood Education
North Shore Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
Salem State University