Alina Ramirez-Reyes
San Jose,CA
Summary
Passionate about fostering the emotional, social, and educational growth of young children. Attentive and creative preschool teacher with a deep understanding of developmentally appropriate activities. Creates nurturing environments that facilitate optimal learning experiences. Promotes physical, emotional, and social well-being to complement academic progress and ensures complete development of each child.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Primrose of Cupertino
Cupertino, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Preschool Teacher
Piedmont Hills Montessori Academy
San Jose, CA
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Observed children to record development.
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Supported children and families with potty training
Recreational Leader
Campbell Union School Disctrict
Campbell, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Gathered, operated and maintained equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
- Conferred with management to discuss program’s improvements
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals to plan activities accordingly.
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
- Organized, led and promoted interest in recreational activities.
- Implemented and delivered programming for groups of children ages 5 to 11 years old.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Customer Service Team Leader
Home Depot
San Jose, CA
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Motivated teams by recognizing and rewarding excellence.
- Supported associates career development by discussing potential for growth within company.
- Partnered with fellow team members on new customer service program to promote seamless transitions.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Enhanced productivity and customer service levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Mission College
Santa Clara, CAHigh School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
San Jose, CA06.2019
Skills
- Early Childhood Education 16 ECE credits
- Excellent Time Management
- Lesson Planning
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Classroom Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Supply management
Certification
CPR certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Primrose of Cupertino
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Piedmont Hills Montessori Academy
06.2022 - 08.2023
Recreational Leader
Campbell Union School Disctrict
08.2021 - 06.2022
Customer Service Team Leader
Home Depot
06.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Mission College