OPHELIA KONADU-BOATENG
Dumfries,NV
Summary
Obtain a fulfilling teaching and Managing position in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, where I can make meaningful contributions and develop in my knowledge and application of best practices.
Certified in Microsoft Office, CPR/FIRST AID/MATT. Member of the PHI THETA KAPPA – International Honor Society. Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
GMU CDC
08.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher CYPA
Army Command
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulation
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Lead Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Assistant Teacher
McNeil Preschool
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children's education.
Teacher
Little Angles Educational Complex (Ghana, Kumasi)
04.2008 - 01.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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
BSED - Early Childhood Education for Diverse Learners (SpEd)
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12.2024
Registered Behavior Technician Training Certificate (RBT) -
03.2022
AA - Early Childhood Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Alexandria, VA12.2020
Career Studies Certificate (CSC) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Alexandria, VA09.2017
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential -
Council for Professional Recognition
Washington, DC01.2016
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Special Education
- Registered Behavior Technician
- Tutoring ACPS
References
- Mr. Morris Redd, Director, Hopkins House ECLI, 202-256-8620, morrisredd@gmail.com
- MS Edith Insiful, Curriculum Specialist, South Post CDC, 571-355-9543, sabin2776@yahoo.co.uk
- Sylvia Bernasko, Teacher, Early Head Start, Fairfax County Office for Children, 703-459-5520, sylvia.animah.yeboah@gmail.com
Qualifications Summary
- Certified in Microsoft Office, CPR/FIRST AID/MATT.
- Member of the PHI THETA KAPPA – International Honor Society.
- Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Timeline
Lead Teacher
GMU CDC
08.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher CYPA
Army Command
08.2019 - 08.2021
Lead Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
12.2016 - 08.2019
Assistant Teacher
McNeil Preschool
03.2015 - 12.2016
Teacher
Little Angles Educational Complex (Ghana, Kumasi)
04.2008 - 01.2015
BSED - Early Childhood Education for Diverse Learners (SpEd)
George Mason University
Registered Behavior Technician Training Certificate (RBT) -
AA - Early Childhood Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Career Studies Certificate (CSC) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential -
Council for Professional Recognition
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