Tarshia WoodberrySmith
Boston
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher with a strong background in early childhood education at Little Sprouts Boston University Medical Campus. Expert in lesson planning and classroom management, fostering engaging learning environments. Proven ability to enhance child development through positive reinforcement and individualized instruction, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere for all students.
Experienced with creating engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Utilizes effective communication techniques to foster nurturing classroom environment. Knowledge of classroom management and child development to support young learners.
Qualified Teacher with background in early childhood education. Demonstrated ability to create engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Proven track record of fostering nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. Successfully utilized communication and classroom management skills to support young learners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Little Sprouts Boston University Medical Campus
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 19 children through entire school day.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Baker
Haley House
03.2014 - 06.2020
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Consistently met deadlines for catering orders by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
Camp Counselor
Wai Kru MMA
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
House Cleaner
Molly Maids
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
- Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Medical Assistant Intern
Boston Medical Center, Boston
07.2010 - 08.2010
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately recording vital signs and communicating findings to the medical team.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations in all communications and documentation processes.
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Supported optimal patient care by performing diagnostic tests under supervision, such as EKGs, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing.
- Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
Fisher College
Boston, MA02-2025
Medical
Salter School,
Malden, MA04-2010
High School Diploma -
Madison Park Technical Vocational High School
75 Malcolm X Blvd, Boston, MA 0212006-2008
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum planning
- Early childhood education
- Behavior management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Immunization administration
- Vital sign monitoring
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Little Sprouts Boston University Medical Campus
05.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Wai Kru MMA
07.2015 - 08.2015
Baker
Haley House
03.2014 - 06.2020
House Cleaner
Molly Maids
02.2011 - 09.2013
Medical Assistant Intern
Boston Medical Center, Boston
07.2010 - 08.2010
Early Childhood Care And Education
Fisher College
Medical
Salter School,
High School Diploma -
Madison Park Technical Vocational High School
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