Education Background: Bachelor Degree in Music Performance, May 1995 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Science in Education, December 1999 from Western Michigan University Additional classes from Grand Valley State University (classes in early childhood education). Required to do 16 hours of training yearly for licensing requirements.
Work at PMCP: I first learned about the preschool by being a working parent in the classroom for my son’s 2-day class. When Mrs. Zimmerman retired, I took on teaching the 2-day class at PMCP. I took on teaching both classes in the Fall of 2005. I have been working at the Parchment Methodist Co-op Preschool for the past 18 years.
Other Jobs I’ve Held: Substitute Teacher for Comstock Public Schools Title I Reading Paraprofessional in Comstock Schools Tutor for SLD Learning Center in Kalamazoo area schools Third Horn Player for the Duluth/ Superior Symphony Orchestra in Duluth, MN
Duties of the Teacher: Plan the daily program of the preschool and provide a long range plan for the year Supervise and be in control of the working parents and aide in the classroom Check the health of each child daily Provide a newsletter with weekly info to parents on classroom activities Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences and prepare written reports for the 3 & 4-day classes Certified in Adult, Child & Infant CPR, OSHA training and First Aid Responsible for reporting any suspected abuse to Child Protective Services Attend Parent/ Board Meetings during the year
Why I became a teacher: I love working with younger children in the preschool environment. I am inspired by children’s curiosity to learn and growth they make as individuals over the course of the year. The great part about teaching at PMCP is that I get to meet and work with the parents of the children as well. I feel it is very important to have a strong link of communication between the school and home environment. This link helps create the best education possible for each individual child.
Why preschool is important for your child: Socialization with other kids their age Learning skills that will prepare them for the elementary school setting Develop children’s self-confidence, independence, and eagerness to learn