Instructor:
, Phone: E-mail: arianna.dayharsh@vtaeyc.org cell phone (860) 575 5771, can contact during working hours 9:00-5:00 |
Instructor Level
| Certified |
Education
| Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education | |
| I recently was the Director of Forest Preschool at North Branch Nature Center in Montpelier, VT. I have experience and training in Early Childhood Nature Based Education. I also was able to teach the ECO Institute for Early Childhood Educators through Castleton this summer. | |
| has received formal instruction in adult education or in the facilitation of learning for adults. |
Work Experience
| Brookfield Elementary School, Brookfield VT, August 2017 to June 2019 K/1 Classroom Teacher Provide differentiated instruction in combined classroom of students in K-1st grade Establish a classroom environment that is safe, engaging, responsive, and happy Prepare daily lesson plans in literacy, math, word work, writing, and science Administer and analyze data from assessments such as PNOA, ESGI, Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment, DSA, and Track My Progress Incorporate knowledge of students IEPs in small and large group instruction Write report cards and conference with families Collaborate with colleagues to plan for primary and school wide community events as well as analyzing student data, curriculum, and common formative assessments Use of yoga and mindfulness in the daily classroom routine to benefit well being of students Expose children to nature based learning in the school’s outdoor classroom North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier VT, September 2019 to June 2021 Preschool ECO teacher- Moretown Elementary School Lead preschoolers with nature based education practices weekly Guide explorations in the forest Facilitate games or yoga/movement activities, songs, and stories Collaborate with classroom and assistant teachers to create curriculum Moretown School, Moretown VT, December 2019 to June 2021 Preschool Paraeducator Engage with students in their learning Support classroom teacher in daily tasks/duties Work together with classroom teacher and other paraeducators to plan lessons Carry out behavior plans for students Document learning experiences Encourage a healthy and sustainable learning environment for students Lead small group activities in the classroom and remotely Forest Preschool at North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier VT, January 2021 to June 2023 Preschool Director Provide leadership in a licensed, nature based preschool setting Supervise team of teachers in the preschool, afterschool, and playgroup programs Guide, collaborate, reflect, set goals, and communicate with teachers and families Facilitate child centered play and learning with nature Promote best practices of nature based early childhood education Maintain STARS rating and compliance with State of VT Childcare Regulations Ensure full enrollment by developing and implementing a welcoming registration process Manage materials budget, scholarships, staffing systems, grant applications, and other administrative tasks Teaching a Castleton accredited graduate course, Educating Children Outdoors, summer 2023 | ||||||||||
| 0-5 years instructing adults. | ||||||||||
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Additional Information
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| Child Development (Early Childhood) Families and Communities (Early Childhood) Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Healthy and Safe Environments (Early Childhood) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Specific Curricula: | Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS) Modules Recognized Community of Practice Facilitator | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training Topics | Influences on Development Physical and Intellectual Development Social/Emotional Development Addressing Challenges Supportive Interactions Building Relationships with Families Respectful Communication Parent Involvement Outdoor Learning Environments Observation/Assessment Early Literacy Health and Safety Nutrition Program Quality/Accreditation Program Assessment and Evaluation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Like educating children, establishing a community is important to create a sense of belonging and relation within a group adults. Part of this is also recognizing different learning styles and abilities so that participants have equitable access to instruction. This can look like combining a variety of visual, auditory, and hands on learning approaches, which can also be used virtually. Meaningful learning must be releateable, so allowing time for participants to reflect, ask questions, and consider how they will apply the knowledge is critical for understanding the content. |
Logistics
| *Inquire with Instructor, Addison County, Chittenden County, Lamoille County, Orange County, Washington County | |
| 30 miles from , |