kiana ward
@kianaward
Early childhood educator and Pre-K lead teacher, shaping confident learners through engaging, compliant instruction.
What I'm looking for
I’m a dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over 5 years of experience in classroom instruction, curriculum planning, and student development within NC Pre-K and elementary education settings. I bring strong expertise in child development, classroom management, family engagement, and state compliance standards.
As an NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Supervising Teacher, I develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with North Carolina Pre-K standards, lead daily instruction across academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development, and conduct student assessments with accurate documentation. I create inclusive, nurturing, and structured learning environments that support kindergarten readiness while maintaining licensing regulations, safety standards, and program requirements.
I also supervise and mentor classroom staff, collaborate with administrators and specialists, and build strong family partnerships through regular communication, conferences, and progress updates. With a North Carolina Birth-Kindergarten Teaching License and CPR/First Aid certification, I’m committed to helping young learners grow—academically, socially, and emotionally.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
NC Pre-K Lead Teacher
Lollipop/Brown Road KinderCare
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with North Carolina Pre-K standards, leading daily instruction across academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development. Maintain assessments and developmental documentation, support family engagement, and ensure classroom compliance while supervising and mentoring staff.
Teacher Assistant
Lollipop/Brown Road KinderCare
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Assist lead teachers with classroom instruction, student supervision, and daily educational activities. Support small-group and one-on-one learning, classroom preparation and transitions, meals, and student behavioral guidance.
Teacher Assistant
Elon Park Elementary
Jan 2019 - Jun 2019 (5 months)
Assist students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Support classroom management, supervision, and student engagement, and collaborate with teachers to coordinate instructional activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Teaching Licensure, Birth-Kindergarten Teaching
Completed Birth–Kindergarten licensure coursework/program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, leading to a North Carolina Birth–Kindergarten Teaching License.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Urban Youth and Communities.
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