Ana Morales
South Gate,CA
Summary
Dynamic Pre-K Teacher with a proven track record at APIA, adept in curriculum planning and fostering emotional-social growth. Excelled in creating engaging environments, evidenced by repeated requests as a substitute at Unalaska High School. Skilled in early childhood education and demonstrating exceptional patience and empathy, consistently enhancing student development and academic growth.
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. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
APIA (Aleutian Pribil of Islands Associate)
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Substitute Teacher
Unalaska High School City
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Practicum Student
Hoover Intergenerational Care
02.2014 - 06.2014
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Assisted the teacher in supervision of children in the classroom, on the grounds or any head start sponsored activities.
- Working with individuals or in small groups as assigned.
- Assisted in the preparation and serving of the breakfast and noon meals and with clean up.
Preschool/Parent Volunteer
92 Th Elementary School District
05.2002 - 06.2010
- Provided a safe and healthy environment for children 3-5 years.
- Assisted children problem solve through misunderstandings.
- Chaperoned class field trips to assist teacher and protect students.
- Promoted student development and engagement by helping organize special activities.
- Assisted with classes by helping teacher carry out lessons and maintain organized spaces.
Education
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA06-2025
Associate of Arts - Early Learning And Child Care
LATTC (Los Angeles Trade Technical-College)
400 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. 9001506-2015
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Music and movement
- Cheerful and energetic
- Curriculum planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Bilingual-Spanish and English
- Devotion and Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
APIA (Aleutian Pribil of Islands Associate)
11.2019 - 12.2019
Substitute Teacher
Unalaska High School City
09.2017 - 06.2019
Practicum Student
Hoover Intergenerational Care
02.2014 - 06.2014
Preschool/Parent Volunteer
92 Th Elementary School District
05.2002 - 06.2010
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
East Los Angeles College
Associate of Arts - Early Learning And Child Care
LATTC (Los Angeles Trade Technical-College)
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