Holly Schnider
Columbia
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in lesson planning and classroom management, honed at Glenforest School. Excelled in fostering student engagement and building strong relationships with parents and colleagues. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles, enhancing curriculum delivery and student success. Recognized for critical thinking and effective communication in dynamic educational settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Glenforest School
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing lesson plans and educational activities for diverse learning styles
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create supportive learning environments
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement
- Supported assessment preparation, ensuring alignment with educational standards
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Daycare Teacher
Self- Employed
01.2017 - 07.2024
- Facilitated engaging learning activities to promote child development and social skills.
- Implemented daily schedules to ensure consistency in routines and transitions.
- Monitored children's progress and provided feedback to parents regarding developmental milestones.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment for optimal learning experiences.
- Assisted in managing classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with children, fostering trust and emotional security.
- Adapted lesson plans based on individual children's needs and interests for enhanced engagement.
Teacher
Bethel Hanberry Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences
- Engaged with parents and guardians to foster strong home-school connections
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills
- Adapted instructional materials based on individual student needs and feedback
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
M.D. - Divergent Learning
Columbia College
Columbia, SC 05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Columbia College
Columbia, SC 05-2007
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Teacher
Glenforest School
07.2024 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Self- Employed
01.2017 - 07.2024
Teacher
Bethel Hanberry Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2016
M.D. - Divergent Learning
Columbia College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Columbia College