Mia Markley

Needham

Summary

Substitute Teacher supporting early childhood classrooms with age-appropriate activities, structured play, and calm behavior support. Keeps daily routines moving, provides one-on-one support for children with developmental and behavioral needs, and communicates progress clearly with staff and parents. Builds a safe, welcoming setting where young children stay engaged and families stay informed and uses Google Docs.

Overview

Certification

years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

University of Delaware Early Learning Center

Newark, DE

02.2026 - Current

Provide new skills and developmental milestones supported through one-on-one attention for children with varied needs.
Keep 7-13 children engaged and safe during age-appropriate activities and structured play throughout the day.
Support lead teachers by running daily routines, managing classroom transitions, and keeping activities on schedule.
Guide positive behavior using calm redirection and age-appropriate behavior guidance across group settings.
Share regular updates with staff and parents to support each child's progress and family communication.
Plan age-appropriate activities, learning center setup, and storytime to keep children engaged in inclusive learning.
Use Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and Canva to organize classroom materials and support lesson planning.

Assistant/Lead Teacher

Temple Beth Shalom Preschool

Needham, MA

09.2021 - Current

Share 5 parent updates per week on daily milestones, classroom highlights, and child progress.
Support 10-14 children per class through routines, transitions, and attentive classroom supervision.
Lead daily routines and organize fun classroom projects that keep young children engaged and comfortable.
Create a welcoming, safe classroom environment where preschoolers feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn.
Build open communication with parents to share milestones, child updates, and classroom observations clearly.
Manage social media content to highlight classroom activities and help families stay connected to the program.
Use behavior guidance and individualized support to redirect challenges and reinforce positive classroom participation.

Babysitter

Childcare Provider

Needham, MA

01.2019 - Current

Create daily routines that balance active play, reading, and creative projects to support social and emotional development.
Deliver reliable care for children ages 1–10 across 8+ local families with attention to each child's needs.
Keep open, honest communication with parents about schedules, safety concerns, and daily updates.
Support behavior guidance through calm redirection and consistent routines that help children stay engaged.
Encourage early learning through storytime, creative play, and simple developmental activities tailored to each child.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Services, Disability Studies

University of Delaware