Tina Lucas
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Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of material. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with a focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Nest School
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Supported classroom management to create a positive learning environment for students.
- Engaged students through interactive activities that enhanced comprehension and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve teaching strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
The Children's Courtyard
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to encourage early childhood learning.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Managed classroom resources ensuring a safe and stimulating educational atmosphere.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Grandma and Grandpas House
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to toddler learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive growth in children.
- Oversaw daily classroom activities, ensuring safety and adherence to developmental standards.
- Mentored new staff on best practices for toddler education and classroom management techniques.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Teacher's Assistant
Union County Community Action
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Supported classroom activities by preparing instructional materials and resources.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to facilitate individualized learning experiences.
- Collaborated with educators to develop strategies for supporting diverse learning needs within the classroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
Monroe, NCSkills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Teacher training
- Emotional support
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Nest School
05.2025 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
The Children's Courtyard
03.2023 - 05.2025
Lead Toddler Teacher
Grandma and Grandpas House
06.2020 - 03.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Union County Community Action
08.2017 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School