Arianne Holodnik
Campbell,CA
Summary
Dedicated to providing child with safe and enjoyable learning experience. Compassionate, strong communication skills, upbeat nature and organized approach to handling program operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transitional Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Action Day Primary Plus
San Jose, California
09.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by closely observing student conduct.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
San Jose State Associated Students CDC
San Jose, California
2021 - Current
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch and breaks.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Helped prepare preschool-aged children for future education by working with groups and individuals in classroom environments.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
- Maintained and cleaned nap mats by making minor repairs and wiping down.
- Made and distributed nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children.
- Monitored individual student progress through assessments such as observation checklists and anecdotal records.
- Utilized appropriate instructional strategies when presenting material to young learners.
- Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining accurate documentation of student attendance records as well as incident reports if necessary.
- Supported special needs students throughout the day by helping them stay focused on tasks assigned or assisting with communication difficulties they may have had.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Kids Club Associate
Northwest YMCA
Cupertino, CA
2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities to promote physical, social, and intellectual growth.
- Provided emotional support and guidance for children during daily routines and transitions.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of the children in care.
- Demonstrated patience when dealing with challenging behaviors from young children.
- Responded promptly to any medical needs of the child while adhering to safety protocols.
- Followed strict hygiene standards while changing diapers or assisting with bathroom use.
- Provided feedback to parents regarding progress made by their child.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
Youth Program Coordinator
Northwest YMCA
Cupertino, CA
2018 - 03.2020
- Coordinated the YMCA 'Parent's Night Out' program.
- offered parents the opportunity for a night out while children spend the evening in craft and educational activities.
- Provided children with an engaging and educational experience in a group settling
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Organized educational games and activities to help children learn numbers, colors, shapes, letters, and other basic skills.
- Developed lesson plans to help youth develop toward expected social, developmental and educational goals.
- Kept program on-track with well-coordinated activity schedules and parent communications.
Summer Day Camp Leader
NorthWest YMCA
Cupertino, CA
07.2012 - 01.2017
- Worked with other camp leaders to provide a great experience for campers based on the YMCA values.
- Learned YMCA camp procedures, policies, and structures to ensure camper safety and well-being.
- Managed cases where children were hurt.
- Ensured that the campers were properly cared for, and the parents were reassured of their child's safety.
- Have worked with children with language barriers.
- I made sure they felt they were welcome and were included in the camp activities despite knowing little English.
- Led a variety of summer camps and worked with children in a range of ages.
- Have worked successfully with other leaders to provide a well coordinated and managed experience for campers.
- Established good working relationships with parents.
- Adopt the responsibilities of directing other staff.
- Observed campers for signs of physical distress and rendered aid, including stopping activities and providing basic medical care.
- Adjusted activity plans to better engage users of differing ability or interest levels.
- Organized and lead variety of small and large group activities, including capture the flag, circle time and introductory activities.
- Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper.
- Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
- Mediated conflicts between campers.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements of different activities to participants to prevent injury.
- Managed transitions between activities.
- Worked with camp leaders to be a positive role model for other campers and to assist the camp leaders in coordinating camp activities.
Gym Ventures Instructor
Northwest YMCA
Cupertino, CA
10.2018 - 2019
- Provided children with a safe environment to develop healthy relationships and grow independence.
- Focused on building children's gross motor skills, spatial awareness and confidence.
- Provided opportunities for children to engage in early gymnastics skills and child-parent discovery playtime.
- Engaged children of various ages, from 18 months to 5 years old, in exercises and games that allow children to participate in an early start in their social and physical development.
- YMCA Kid's Club Teacher Current Position Managed activities such as arts and crafts, songs and games, story time, and more.
- Provided children opportunities to learn through socializing with others and engaging in various activities.
- Supervised outside games and playground activities.
- Engaged with children in a range of ages, 18 months to 11 years old.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2023
Associate of Arts - Child Development
De Anza Community College
Cupertino, CA2018
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Supervision
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Special Education Support
- Progress Reporting/ Desired Results Developmental Profile
- Student Tutoring
- Behavior Redirection
- CPR, First Aid Abuse Prevention certified
- Childcare experience
- Diapering
- Lesson planning
- Camp songs and games
- Lanyards and arts & crafts
Affiliations
- Fall, 2020 - The National Society of Leadership Successes, Sigma Alpha Pi
- Spring, 2022 - Dean's Scholar
- Spring, 2023 - Dean's Scholar
- 2020-2023 - SJSU Child and Adolescent Development Club President
Certification
- CPR, First Aid and Mandated Reporter certified.
- Risk Management
- Aquatics Safety
- Bullying Prevention
- Trip & Transportation Safety
- Playground Safety
Timeline
Transitional Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Action Day Primary Plus
09.2023 - Current
Gym Ventures Instructor
Northwest YMCA
10.2018 - 2019
Summer Day Camp Leader
NorthWest YMCA
07.2012 - 01.2017
Preschool Assistant Teacher
San Jose State Associated Students CDC
2021 - Current
Kids Club Associate
Northwest YMCA
2017 - 03.2020
Youth Program Coordinator
Northwest YMCA
2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Jose State University
Associate of Arts - Child Development
De Anza Community College
- CPR, First Aid and Mandated Reporter certified.
- Risk Management
- Aquatics Safety
- Bullying Prevention
- Trip & Transportation Safety
- Playground Safety
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