324 Spring Meadow L a n e New York, NY, 10003 (212) 456-1414 peter.smith@gmail.com
Peter Smith
324 Spring Meadow Lane
New York, NY, 10003
(212) 456-14 14
peter.smith@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROCKPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL, Rockport, NY
Preschool Teacher, Jul 2007 – present
• Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and
discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their
priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.
• Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and
social skills.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such
as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
• Read books to entire classes or to small groups.
• Attend to children's basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision
of preschool programs.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to
maintain and improve professional competence.
BETHESDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Bethesda, NY
Preschool Teacher, Jul 2004 – Jul 2007
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time
that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing
facilities such as restrooms.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
• Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following
approved curricula.
• Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene.
EDUCATION
University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Art in Education, May 2003
LICENSURE
• Completed Teaching Certification Course, New York
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• CPR Certified
• Proficient in Microsoft Office