Ana Carmona
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dynamic and nurturing Daycare Teacher with a proven track record at Brookcreek Learning Center, adept in lesson and activity planning. Excelled in fostering creativity and social development, enhancing early literacy through innovative strategies. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and behavior modeling, significantly improving classroom dynamics and student engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Ballard Community Center
Lawrence, KS
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Observed health practices such as proper handwashing procedures.
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
Lawrence, KS
01.2009 - 06.2009
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
Daycare Teacher
Brookcreek Learning Center
Lawrence, KS
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and progress.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues to brainstorm ideas for classroom activities.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Observed health practices such as proper handwashing procedures.
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Maintained supplies inventory for the classroom including art materials and books.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
Assistant to the Manager
Wiyin Ng
Mayaguez, PR
09.2003 - 06.2007
- Answered phone calls on behalf of the Manager and responded to inquiries as needed.
- Greeted visitors at reception area and directed them appropriately.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Maintained a neat and organized sales floor.
- Restocked shelves with new merchandise as needed.
- Processed cash payments for customer purchases.
- Operated the cash register to complete transactions.
- Folded and hung clothing items according to store standards.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while handling products.
- Performed inventory checks regularly to ensure accuracy of stock levels.
- Created displays that highlighted featured items or seasonal trends.
- Cleaned fitting rooms after each customer use.
- Answered phone calls from customers regarding inquiries about products or services offered by the store.
- Provided customers with information about promotions and discounts available.
- Replenished supplies such as hangers, bags and tags when necessary.
- Checked incoming shipments of merchandise against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Helped maintain security within the store by keeping an eye out for shoplifters or suspicious activity.
- Recovered clothing items from fitting rooms and returned to specified department areas.
- Ticketed items with pricing and markdowns and restocked sales floor according to merchandising plan.
- Facilitated positive guest experiences by promptly locating desired items for customers.
- Followed company standards for merchandise presentation and planograms of best apparel and displays.
- Implemented store visual standards with proper product placement and advertisement displays.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Puerto Rico
Mayaguez, PR06-2005
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Planning
- Story time, arts, and crafts
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Structured activity planning
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Ballard Community Center
08.2010 - 06.2013
Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
01.2009 - 06.2009
Daycare Teacher
Brookcreek Learning Center
08.2007 - 06.2009
Assistant to the Manager
Wiyin Ng
09.2003 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Puerto Rico
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