Ana Piperato
Parsippany
Summary
Dynamic Preschool Lead Teacher at Kids ‘R’ Kids with expertise in child development and effective communication. Proven ability to foster a safe learning environment and enhance student engagement through creative activities. Skilled in documentation and record keeping, ensuring accurate assessments and strong parent relations. Committed to promoting holistic growth in early childhood education.
Open-minded professional versed in incorporating blend of traditional and progressive techniques into daily activities. Facilitates clear communication between children, parents, and fellow staff. Motivated to help each student succeed through personalized lessons.
Ambitious Preschool Teacher passionate about maintaining well-balanced and encouraging learning environment. Versed in student assessments and class planning. Patient and understanding team player dedicated to supporting school mission and student success.
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kids ‘R’ Kids
Parsippany
02.2022 - Current
- Utilized computer software programs to maintain accurate student records related to attendance, grades and behavioral issues.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.
- Assisted with daily meal times by helping prepare meals, serving food, cleaning up after meals and teaching proper table manners.
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
- Prepared lesson plans based on curriculum objectives set forth by school administrators.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
Retail Cashier
Trader Joe's
Paramus
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
- Restocked shelves with merchandise as needed.
- Adhered to company guidelines for dealing with difficult or irate customers.
- Maintained store security by monitoring customers' activities within the store premises.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during shift.
- Stocked shelves when needed and kept the sales floor neat and organized.
- Received incoming shipments of merchandise from vendors and restocked shelves accordingly.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, balancing registers.
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Provided excellent customer service by listening to customer needs and addressing them appropriately.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and professional manner.
- Maintained a clean and orderly checkout area.
- Provided accurate change back to customers when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJSkills
- Content writing
- Research skills
- Editing techniques
- Digital storytelling
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Professionalism
- Parent and guardian relations
- Department leadership
- Goal setting
- Child safety procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Basic skills teaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Creative thinking
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Documentation and record keeping
- Safety awareness
- Problem-solving skills
- Child development
- Bilingual in [language]
- Heartsaver CPR AED
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kids ‘R’ Kids
02.2022 - Current
Retail Cashier
Trader Joe's
03.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
William Paterson University of New Jersey