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Iris Lamb

Iris Lamb

St Catharines,ON

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood Educator committed to dynamic instruction and innovative learning resources to foster child development from a holistic perspective. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education with a focus on cultivating safe, welcoming, inquiry-based learning environments. Certified Montessori Infant and Toddler Teacher.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Lead Teacher

Beyond Montessori School
St Catharines , Ontario
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
  • Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Taught student classrooms with varying teaching methods and elevated average GPA.
  • Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
  • Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Beyond Montessori School
St Catharines, Ontario
12.2015 - 09.2017
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Prepared pre-class materials.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.
  • Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
  • Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
  • Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
  • Followed type learning strategies.

Daycare Teacher

A Child’s World
Pelham, Ontario
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.

Student Teacher

A Child’s World
Pelham, Ontario
09.2014 - 11.2014
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
  • Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
  • Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
  • Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.

Education

Master Of Education - Social And Cultural Context of Education

Brock University
St. Catharines, ON

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Brock University
St. Catharines, ON
04.2019

Infant And Toddler Montessori Teacher - Montessori Education

North American Montessori Center
Surrey, BC
04.2016

Early Childhood Education Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
08.2015

Skills

  • Play-Based Learning
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Needs Identification and Assessment
  • Social Behaviors
  • Filing and Classroom Organization
  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Imaginative Play Promotion
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Development of Social Skills
  • Individual Student Instruction
  • Special Needs Support
  • Anti-Bullying Techniques
  • Positive Attitude and Energetic
  • Communicable Disease Knowledge
  • Food Handling Preparation
  • Fostering a Nurturing Environment
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
  • Coordinating with Specialists
  • Physical Health Assessment
  • Student Data Management
  • Daily Schedule Creation
  • Fine Motor Skill Development
  • Emotional Support and Development
  • Letter and Number Instruction
  • Encouraging Family Involvement
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor

Accomplishments

  • Volunteered to co-chair and organize the Dr. John Freeman Mentorship Lunch for CSSE to support graduate students in the field of education.
  • Organized monthly mailings for child developmental newsletters.
  • Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
  • Published an article on early childhood education in the Journal for Early Childhood Research.

Languages

Dutch
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Preschool Lead Teacher

Beyond Montessori School
09.2018 - 09.2019

Preschool Lead Teacher

Beyond Montessori School
12.2015 - 09.2017

Daycare Teacher

A Child’s World
02.2015 - 12.2015

Student Teacher

A Child’s World
09.2014 - 11.2014

Master Of Education - Social And Cultural Context of Education

Brock University

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Brock University

Infant And Toddler Montessori Teacher - Montessori Education

North American Montessori Center

Early Childhood Education Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education

Algonquin College

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