Christie Fossey
Maple Grove
Summary
Dynamic Lead Montessori Teacher with a proven track record at Foundation Hill Montessori, excelling in curriculum planning and child development. Expert in fostering a nurturing environment that promotes skill development and collaboration. Successfully increased parental involvement through effective communication, enhancing student engagement and growth. Committed to creating age-appropriate activities that inspire learning. I am looking for a new employment that would give me a new challenge along with allowing a good work and home life balance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Montessori Teacher
Foundation Hill Montessori and Childcare
02.2023 - Current
- Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori philosphy and needs of children.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Conducted conferences to establish and maintain consistent and clear communication with parents.
- Supported and guided staff in classroom to achieve desired goals set forth for children. Along with continued communication throughout a child's time in my care.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
Lead Teacher
Everbrook Academy
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddiegarten of Maple Grove
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans.
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Facilitated transition to more student-centered learning model, promoting autonomy and self-directed learning.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify gaps in curriculum, making data-informed adjustments.
- Maintained accurate records related to curriculum development projects while adhering to federal reporting guidelines.
Lead Montessori Teacher
Step By Step Montessori School Southdale
09.2009 - 08.2017
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for [Number] students.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration, curiosity, empathy, respect within the classroom setting by modeling these values during interactions with students.
- Contributed significantly to school-wide initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, or special events planning.
- Increased parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication channels and hosting parent-teacher conferences regularly.
- Supported the social, emotional, and academic growth of each student through consistent encouragement, guidance, and feedback.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional, and social development.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
Photographer
Proex
08.1999 - 08.2002
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Child Psychology
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Minneapolis, Mn05-2006
Skills
- Address concerns of children and caregivers
- Goal-oriented creativity
- Skill development
- Age-appropriate activities
- Classroom management skills
- Child development expertise
- Curriculum planning
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
CPR/First Aid Certificate
As a requirement every 2 years I have kept up with being certified throughout my time as a professional in a childcare facility
Timeline
Lead Montessori Teacher
Foundation Hill Montessori and Childcare
02.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Everbrook Academy
02.2020 - 02.2023
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddiegarten of Maple Grove
08.2017 - 02.2020
Lead Montessori Teacher
Step By Step Montessori School Southdale
09.2009 - 08.2017
Photographer
Proex
08.1999 - 08.2002
Master of Arts - Education
St. Catherine University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Psychology
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
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