JOANNA DEBURGOMASTER
Indian Trail
Summary
Dynamic preschool educator with a proven track record at The Goddard School, excelling in individualized instruction and curriculum development. Adept at fostering student growth through critical thinking and collaboration, while maintaining meticulous records. Committed to enhancing early childhood education through ongoing professional development and effective communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Matthews
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities fostering physical, mental, social, and emotional growth of preschoolers.
- Engaged in individualized instruction for special needs students as required.
- Maintained current knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Participated in professional development to enhance early childhood education skills.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to motivate students during learning tasks.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan inclusive weekly lessons catering to diverse learning styles.
- Monitored student progress through observation techniques and documented developmental records.
- Prepared lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives established by school administrators.
Instructional Assistant
Union County Public Schools
Indian Trail
09.2016 - 06.2024
- Led small group instruction to enhance student proficiency in math and reading.
- Supported large group instruction while managing classroom dynamics.
- Collected and analyzed data to ensure compliance with county standards.
- Maintained daily clerical filing, record keeping, and printing tasks.
- Collaborated on lesson planning and preparation for effective delivery.
- Communicated effectively with staff, students, and caregivers to foster engagement.
Food and Beverage Service Professional
The Palm Restaurant
Charlotte
10.2006 - 08.2016
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Uphold highest standards in food and beverage quality to ensure premium experiences.
- Promoted new memberships, achieving an average of 80 new members annually.
- Communicated effectively with clientele, management, and staff to facilitate operations.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments accurately and efficiently.
Assistant Manager/Bartender/Server
Brinker International/Chili's
12.1997 - 07.2006
- Oversaw scheduling for bartenders and servers, ensuring optimal staffing levels.
- Managed inventory and sales for food and beverage operations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing guest experiences.
- Facilitated collaboration among staff and clientele to resolve issues effectively.
Education
ASSOCIATES OF ARTS DEGREE - HISTORY MAJOR
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05-2024
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Decision making
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Communication proficiency
- Organizational abilities
- Computer literacy
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Individualized instruction and child development
- Data collection and analysis
- Classroom management techniques
- Collaboration strategies
- Professional development in early childhood education
Certification
- Non Crisis Intervention
- CPR and First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
Accomplishments
- 2025 Southeast Regional Teacher of the Year
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
07.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Union County Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2024
Food and Beverage Service Professional
The Palm Restaurant
10.2006 - 08.2016
Assistant Manager/Bartender/Server
Brinker International/Chili's
12.1997 - 07.2006
ASSOCIATES OF ARTS DEGREE - HISTORY MAJOR
Central Piedmont Community College
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