AMBER BAKER
Honolulu
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Tiny Tots Christian Academy
04.2024 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized support and success for all students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Volunteer/ Pre K Teacher
Little Lambs Preschool
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Optometric Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Hugo Higa
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Greeted patients, prepared exam rooms and documented medical records to keep office running efficiently
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Scheduled appointments, handled referrals and ordered supplies for optometric practice
- Administered visual acuity tests, glaucoma screening and Keratometry and communicated findings to doctor
- Took medical histories and reported current concerns from patients prior to physical exam by optometrist
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment
Dietary Aide Supervisor
Backus Hospital
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Supervised over 7 food services workers while serving meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of patients from all age groups based on health history, medical conditions and allergic/intolerance requirements
- Answered phone calls from patients and attended to their dietary needs in a timely and efficient manner
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas
Kids Club/Front Desk Associate
LA Fitness
02.2015 - 12.2015
- Monitored all activities to maintain maximum level of safety for ages 3 months to 12 years
- Actively participated in child's activities by reading to groups, writing, coloring and playing games
- Completed daily cleaning checklists by sanitizing toys, sweeping and mopping floors and washing down surfaces
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Responded to guest requests for assistance, toiletries and personal care items
Logistics Specialist
US Navy
12.2011 - 12.2014
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels
- Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries
- Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems
- Achieved team goals by guiding employees in coordinating and deploying best practices
Education
Master of Arts - Education With A Specialization in Early Childhood
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Wellness
Ashford University
San Diego, CA12.2016
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA05.2014
Skills
- Goal oriented
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Curriculum planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Critical thinking
- Child development
- Student engagement
- Cultural sensitivity
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management
- Assessment strategies
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Tiny Tots Christian Academy
04.2024 - Current
Volunteer/ Pre K Teacher
Little Lambs Preschool
09.2022 - 11.2023
Optometric Assistant/Receptionist
Dr. Hugo Higa
03.2018 - 08.2019
Dietary Aide Supervisor
Backus Hospital
01.2017 - 07.2017
Kids Club/Front Desk Associate
LA Fitness
02.2015 - 12.2015
Logistics Specialist
US Navy
12.2011 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Wellness
Ashford University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Coastline Community College
Master of Arts - Education With A Specialization in Early Childhood
The University of Arizona Global Campus
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