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Azariah Munoz

San Jose

Summary

Dedicated Assistant Toddler Teacher at Mount Pleasant Christian Church, skilled in fostering strong parent-teacher communication and supporting special needs children. Leveraged patience and empathy to create an inclusive environment, enhancing toddler learning through tailored activities and positive reinforcement, resulting in improved developmental outcomes for all students.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Mount Pleasant Christian Church
01.2023 - Current
  • Built trust among toddlers and their families by maintaining consistent communication about daily activities, upcoming events, and any concerns that arose.
  • Facilitated imaginative play experiences by providing a wide variety of materials and resources for children to explore independently or collaboratively as a group.
  • Developed strong partnerships with fellow educators, administrators, and support staff to ensure the overall success of the classroom environment.
  • Continually reflected on personal teaching practices, seeking feedback from colleagues and supervisors to identify areas for improvement or growth in order to better serve the needs of young learners.
  • Conducted regular assessments of each child''s progress, sharing observations with lead teacher and parents during conferences.
  • Enhanced toddler learning by incorporating age-appropriate activities and sensory play into daily curriculum.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and create an inclusive learning atmosphere for all students.
  • Worked closely with lead teacher to monitor students'' developmental milestones while identifying potential areas for growth or intervention when necessary.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop individualized lesson plans for each child, focusing on their unique needs and abilities.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, cooperation, and kindness toward all children at all times.
  • Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs to ensure their successful integration into the group setting.
  • Assisted in the implementation of daily routines, including mealtime, naptime, outdoor play, and transitions between activities.
  • Implemented creative art projects that encouraged self-expression while also developing fine motor skills among toddlers.
  • Fostered strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
  • Encouraged gross motor skill development through structured games and outdoor activities designed specifically for toddlers'' physical abilities.
  • Promoted language development by engaging toddlers in interactive storytelling sessions using books, puppets, and props.
  • Supported children''s emotional and social development through positive reinforcement and open communication strategies.
  • Empowered young learners by guiding them towards independence in self-help tasks such as dressing themselves or cleaning up after snack time.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.

Babysitter

Fina Munoz
02.2019 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
  • Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.

Education

Mount Pleasant High School
San Jose, CA

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Classroom organization
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Observation and assessment

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Mount Pleasant Christian Church
01.2023 - Current

Babysitter

Fina Munoz
02.2019 - Current

Mount Pleasant High School