Avery Sands
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Warm Assistant Teacher with 10+ years of experience and documented skills in classroom management and assignment creation. Friendly and energetic professional commended for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Passionate about going above and beyond to nurture and encourage children.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Milestones Montessori Preschool
Lake Forest, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Greeted parents and students at the start of each day and assisted them in getting settled into the classroom environment.
- Engaged children in conversations about topics related to their interests or current events.
- Assisted preschool teachers with classroom activities, such as arts and crafts projects, storytelling and music time, and outdoor play.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
Cosmetologist
Self-employeed
Murrieta, CA
12.2017 - 07.2023
- Provided consultations to clients on beauty treatments, products and services.
- Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness of salon equipment and tools.
- Applied makeup for special occasions such as weddings or proms.
- Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service.
Nanny
Self-employeed
Murrieta, CA
01.2015 - 06.2023
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Entertained up to 12 children by singing songs, playing games and other kid-friendly activities.
Resource Counselor
Care-Rite Vocational Services
Temecula, CA
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Assisted individuals with special needs in their daily activities such as hygiene, social interaction, and mealtime routines, while also offering guidance in their work environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each client.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional well-being and reported any changes to supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
- Created a supportive environment where clients felt safe expressing themselves without fear of judgement or ridicule.
- Developed meaningful relationships with clients through active listening techniques and empathy.
Education
Cosmetology
Paul Mitchell The School - Temecula
Temecula, CA11-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Mt San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CASome College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CASkills
- Behavior Modeling
- Individualized Instruction & Small Group Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team building
- Emotional Intelligence
- Self Motivation
- Task Prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Milestones Montessori Preschool
07.2023 - Current
Resource Counselor
Care-Rite Vocational Services
11.2019 - 05.2023
Cosmetologist
Self-employeed
12.2017 - 07.2023
Nanny
Self-employeed
01.2015 - 06.2023
Cosmetology
Paul Mitchell The School - Temecula
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Mt San Jacinto College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Orange Coast College