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Darci Lewis

Colpitts Settlement,NB

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeper

Jordan Lifecare Centre
08.2019 - Current
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Sorted, laundered and put away various laundry items.
  • Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
  • Maintained spaces with routine upkeep and basic repairs, coordinating with management on more advanced needs.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.

Teacher

Crossroads Christian Academy
08.2010 - 08.2019
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

Daycare Teacher

100 Acre Wood Daycare
09.2000 - 09.2003
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crossroads Christian Academy
Colpitts Settlement, NB
06.1990

Skills

  • Interactive Activities
  • Creative Activities
  • Lessons and Activities
  • Development Activities
  • Classroom Observation
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Special Events
  • Program Activities
  • Overseeing Fundraising
  • Theme Development
  • Exercise and Outdoor Activities
  • Academic and Recreational Activities
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Student Interaction
  • Overseeing Events
  • Coordinating Student Schedules
  • Facility Preparation
  • Transportation Safety
  • Safety Procedures
  • Detailed Meeting Minutes
  • Teacher Training
  • Event Planning and Assistance
  • Team Meetings

Additional Information

Dedicated Sunday School Teacher for 23 years.

Self taught keyboard player.

Planned and executed 12 themed events annually for 12 plus years. These events included the menu, entertainment, games, decorations, party favors and clean up. Each event was required to have 3 themed options and menus and was to be submitted through email/ icloud 3 months in advance. Each event varied from 30-150 people of all age ranges.

Timeline

Housekeeper

Jordan Lifecare Centre
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Crossroads Christian Academy
08.2010 - 08.2019

Daycare Teacher

100 Acre Wood Daycare
09.2000 - 09.2003

High School Diploma -

Crossroads Christian Academy

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