CAROLYN BLACK

carolynblack86@gmail.com
7050 W. 39th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
720/319-5666

EDUCATION
University of Colorado at Denver, Denver, CO

Masters in Educational
Psychology (ECE
Concentration), July 2015
Relevant Coursework: Early Childhood Language and Literacy, Classroom Management
to Promote Positive Behavior, Research in Schools, Advanced Infant and Toddler
Development, Philosophy of Education, Advanced Child Growth and Development, Working with
Families and Communities

Stanley British Primary School, Denver, CO

ECE Teaching License, May 2014

Relevant Coursework: Teaching as a Profession, Human Learning, Developmentally Appropriate
Practice, Advanced Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Social Foundations and Cultural Diversity,
Child Study, Curriculum Writing

Macalester College, Saint Paul, MN

Bachelor of Arts, May 2009

Major: Studio Art

Minor: German Studies
GPA: 3.5
Relevant Coursework: Education, Family and Community; Sociology; Anthropology; Psychology of
Children; Pluralism and Unity: Race and Education, Early Childhood Education 101, Infant and Toddler
Development

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Classroom Teacher, Isabella Bird Community School, Denver, CO
Fall 2015-Present
Instructed classes of Pre-Kindergarteners, both in full-day and half-day programs
Ensured Kindergarten-readiness by following Creative Curriculum and data-driven instruction cycles
Independently crafted developmentally appropriate academic and social-emotional lessons weekly
Collaborated with a team of ECE and Kindergarten teachers to assess, instruct, and support students

Lead Classroom Teacher, Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, Denver, CO

Summer 2014-Present
Led, with a co-teacher, a class of two- to three-year-old students
Implemented Reggio-Emilia inspired curriculum based on the needs and interests of students
Communicated daily with parents via blog, personal interaction, and newsletters
Participated in Parent Teacher Leadership Committee and ECC Learning Days Planning Committee
Wrote and implemented daily lesson plans, carried out student evaluations, and led parent conferences

Stanley Teacher Intern, Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, Denver, CO

Fall 2013-Spring 2014

Led, with a teacher mentor, a class of Pre-Kindergarteners
Took over as lead teacher gradually from the fall to the following spring
Designed and implemented curriculum unit
Planned and carried out extensive math, literacy, science, and social/emotional lessons
Collaborated with teacher team and a cohort of interns to study child development, curriculum, and
effective teaching practices.

Lead Classroom Teacher, The Goddard School, Denver, CO

Spring 2012-Fall 2013
Led a class of toddlers aged 18 to 24 months
Served as a teacher and caretaker, focusing on a language and literacy curriculum
Worked closely with other teachers to ensure the safety and effective education of young children

Lead Classroom Teacher, Cradle 2 Crayons Childcare Center, Golden, CO

Fall 2011-Spring 2012
Co-taught a class of toddlers aged 2-3 years
Implemented a Love and Logic philosophy and play-based curriculum
Worked with a co-teacher to oversee, teach, and play with 14 young children each day

Au Pair, Munich, Germany

Fall 2010-Summer 2011
Prepared meals, cleaned house, and played with children aged 2, 8 and 10
Practiced English with older children
Lived and worked with children in a cultural exchange situation

Assistant Teacher for Minnesota Reading Corps, Minneapolis, MN

Fall 2009- Summer 2010
Worked with a government-run educational agency to prepare children (aged 4 and 5) for kindergarten
Served as both a teacher and a researcher, testing children on their progress throughout the year and
designing and carrying out different reading-readiness interventions.

Preceptor for Handbuilding I Ceramics Class, Macalester College, Saint Paul, MN

Spring 2008
Aided students in design and construction techniques
Assisted professor in making glazes and mixing clay
Planned and taught a lesson
Completed independent ceramics project

Ceramics/Crafts Counselor at Cheley Colorado Camps, Estes Park, CO

Summer 2007-2009
Taught 11-14 year-old girls handbuilding ceramics
Supervised building, glazing, and firing ceramic crafts
Lived and worked with campers to help build potential in art and other outdoor activities.

SKILLS

Computer: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Type 60 wpm.

Language: German Proficiency, Native English Speaker, TESOL and ELA-E certified
QUALIFICATIONS
Professional ECE Licensure from CDE
Colorado Shines Early Childhood Lead Instructor Certification
CPI Restraint Certification
RTI for TS Gold Certification