PRISCILLA KADIMA
New Kensington
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Pre-Kindergarten teacher with a strong background in childcare, curriculum development and assessments. Skilled in classroom management, behavioral management and child development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Early Years Community Learning Centers
04.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state and NAEYC educational standards.
- Completed ASQ assessments to track developmental milestones.
- Organized student portfolios, used to track and assess social and academic progress.
- Maintained open communication with parents and caregivers concerning their child's academic and behavioral progress.
- Utilized Conscious Discipline to manage challenging behavior in a constructive and supportive manner.
- Encouraged use of technology to enhance student learning.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and families.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Monark ABA Therapy
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided one-on-one ABA therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans under the supervision of the BCBA.
- Collected accurate data to measure client progress and behavior.
- Collaborated with families and professionals to ensure quality of care.
- Used positive reinforcement systems to increase desired outcomes.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Nests Schools Avon
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Implemented The Nest Schools L.E.A.P literacy program aimed at developing early literacy skills and readying students for kindergarten.
- Enacted various curriculum enhancements aimed at further developing cognitive, mathematical, scientific, creative expression and language arts skills.
- Administered The Nest Schools Spanish Global Gull Program that introduced Spanish and Sign Language to prekindergarten students.
- Assessed student literacy competencies by comparing with state expectations.
Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School - Avon
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Implemented lesson plans aimed at developing cognitive, socio-emotional, scientific, literary and mathematical skills.
- Enhanced language skills through traditional nursery rhymes.
- Maintained class order by establishing concise rules
- Used positive reinforcement to uphold directives.
- Encouraged child creativity and fine motor skills.
- Incorporated gross-motor, balancing and coordination activities into the daily curriculum.
- Maintained a healthy learning environment through regularly cleaning and sanitization practices.
Toddler Teacher
Parkside Preschool & Daycare
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Arranged activities aimed at social and language development.
- Communicated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks.
- Aided children with bathing, dressing, and toilet training.
- Sanitized classroom toys and materials after use.
- Maintained detailed attendance records.
Floater Teacher
Avon Montessori Academy
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Substituted for toddler, preschool and elementary classrooms.
- Planned school fundraisers and events.
- Prepared and assembled classroom materials and projects.
- Supervised students during outdoor activities.
- Prepared nutritious snacks.
- Provided emotional support to children with learning and behavioral disabilities.
Education
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Fisher College
Boston, MA05.2022
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Head Start program knowledge
- Curriculum Development
- Time Management
- Socio-Emotional Learning
- Step Up to Quality
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
- Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Classroom Management
- Communication
- Child Development
- Assessment and Documentation
- Social Emotional Learning
Certification
American Heart Association CPR AED and First Aid February 2025
Timeline
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Early Years Community Learning Centers
04.2025 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Monark ABA Therapy
01.2024 - 05.2024
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Nests Schools Avon
02.2023 - 11.2023
Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School - Avon
08.2020 - 08.2022
Toddler Teacher
Parkside Preschool & Daycare
07.2019 - 09.2019
Floater Teacher
Avon Montessori Academy
09.2017 - 03.2018
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Fisher College
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