Carla Dee Manning
Summary
I am a distinguished educator with a proven track record at the schools I have taught at. Adapting to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum planning, I am committed to making meaningful contributions. Leveraged classroom management and collaborative skills to significantly improve academic and social outcomes. Incorporate and create inclusive lessons tailored to diverse learning styles, achieving notable success in child development and parent-teacher communication.
I bring strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks and challenges, with an adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and have the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. I am eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills which brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
BestStart
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.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- 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.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
- Developed diverse curriculum to cater to different learning styles, improving educational outcomes.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Primary School Teacher
Yellowwood Park Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Improved classroom management by setting clear expectations for behavior and implementing consistent consequences for inappropriate actions.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement, including participation in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on cross-curricular projects.
Primary School Teacher
Smartkidz Primary School
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing best practices, lesson plans, and advice on navigating common challenges faced in the profession.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Grade R and Remedial Teacher
Hamptons Primary School
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Established a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and ask questions during lessons.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to reach all learners, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress, challenges, and successes.
- Improved reading comprehension for struggling students by implementing targeted remedial instruction.
- Developed individualized learning plans for each student to address specific areas of need and foster improvement.
- Promoted critical thinking skills among remedial learners by challenging them with problem-solving activities relevant to course material.
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons to help students make connections between academic content and their everyday lives.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching
Embury Institute For Higher Education
Durban, South Africa12-2017
Skills
- Classroom management and organization
- Positive learning environment
- Positive child engagement and development
- Parent conferences
- Parent/Guardian - teacher communication
- Curriculum and activity planning
- Student records management
- Individual and inclusive learning styles
- Calm, Caring and patient demeanour
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Maori
Elementary
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Community Cleanup
- Gardening
- Horseback Riding
- Gym Workouts
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Dancing
- Camping
- Animal Care
- Team Sports, like rugby
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
BestStart
05.2023 - Current
Primary School Teacher
Yellowwood Park Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2022
Primary School Teacher
Smartkidz Primary School
01.2018 - 12.2019
Grade R and Remedial Teacher
Hamptons Primary School
02.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching
Embury Institute For Higher Education
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