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Brooke Mello

Hamilton Parish

Summary

Montessori classroom teacher with documented experience supervising groups of up to 24 children while following Montessori philosophies and methods. Possesses excellent communication and leadership skills to develop and create individualized curriculum and lesson plans for multiple class levels. Thrives in innovative, supportive and dynamic educational settings to collaboratively develop Montessori curriculum.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Montessori Teacher

Somersfield Academy
09.2008 - Current
  • Pre school and Primary Montessori classroom teacher.
  • Delivered Montessori lessons to individual students ages 3-6 years old.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for 20-24 students.
  • Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
  • Instructed groups of students and provided individual support.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 20-24 students using PCR as the platform.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis using Montessori Compass as the online platform.


Computer/IT Post

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.2006 - 05.2008
  • Partnered with the Ministry of Education and the Computer Technicians for primary schools to maintain a level of excellence with in Harrington Sound Primary School.
  • Relayed any technical issues to the Ministry of Education to be rectified in a timely manner.
  • Checked on student computers in the computer lab on a monthly basis to report and concerns to the MOED.


Primary Teacher

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.1999 - 05.2008
  • 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 knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Maintained classroom through discipline, order and personal interactions.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs. Including letter sound and recognition, reading, phonics, mathematics, social studies, science, health, grace and courtesy and arts and crafts.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Engaged in professional development to learn best practices and improve processes.

Infant Department Coordinator and Head

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.2004 - 06.2006


  • Responsible for the Primary 1-3 classes both teachers and children alike.
  • Communicated with Principal and other Heads the school to maintain transparency.
  • Created and enforced School policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
  • Held weekly meetings with teachers to uphold fair and balanced contact and assistance to achieve objectives and discuss curriculum staragies while maintaining high job satisfaction.
  • Worked actively with the Principal and team to create daily and weekly school plans based on needs of the division.
  • Relayed teacher and student concerns to the Principal.
  • Mediated parent conferences to care for children with disciplinary needs
  • Fundraising for the Infant Department and handling money.
  • Hosting the Primary one orientation for students and parents.
  • Fulfilled any duties given by the Principal and acting on her behalf if necessary.

Assistant Teacher

Montessori Preparatory School
10.1998 - 03.1999
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Gave lessons on letter sound and recognition, phonics, mathematics, grace and courtesy, and arts and crafts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.

Preschool Teacher

Adventure Land Nursery
07.1998 - 10.1998
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Assisted and supervised 40 children through entire school day.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Studies

Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, NS
05.1998

High School Diploma -

Mount Saint Agnes Academy
Pembroke, Bermuda
06.1994

Skills

  • Montessori Method
  • Outdoor Play Activities
  • Daily Life Skills
  • Skill Development
  • Classroom Management Skills
  • Parental Communication
  • Great Observation Abilities
  • Patient
  • Educational Materials Development
  • Relationship Building

Certification

  • SCARS Certified
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Flexible Mindset Training

Timeline

Montessori Teacher

Somersfield Academy
09.2008 - Current

Computer/IT Post

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.2006 - 05.2008

Infant Department Coordinator and Head

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.2004 - 06.2006

Primary Teacher

Harrington Sound Primary School
09.1999 - 05.2008

Assistant Teacher

Montessori Preparatory School
10.1998 - 03.1999

Preschool Teacher

Adventure Land Nursery
07.1998 - 10.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Studies

Mount Saint Vincent University

High School Diploma -

Mount Saint Agnes Academy

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