Belen Mendoza
Kansas,KS
Summary
Childcare and education professional with hands-on experience supporting classroom activities, lesson planning, behavior guidance, and social-emotional development. Known for building positive relationships with children, families, and teachers while helping maintain safe, organized, and welcoming learning environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Newhouse KC
08.2026 - Current
- Assisted with daily activities in children's department to promote engagement and learning.
- Interact and play with children to build relationships and learn about their personalities.
- Assisted children in various activities to promote engagement and learning. with social and emotional development.
- Support children as they learn to manage their emotions and behaviors.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to enrich children's experiences and support developmental goals. teachers and children's department staff.
- Created a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for children to foster emotional and social growth.
- Observe parent intakes and learn about family needs.
Teacher
Delightful Learning Center
Kansas City, Kansas
06.2026 - Current
- Planned lesson activities for Delightful Learning Center classrooms.
- Prepared learning materials and organized classroom resources.
- Supervised playtime, group work, and transition times.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Managed daily classroom routines and behavior expectations.
Teacher's Assistant
FLEET Early Learning Station
Shawnee, KS
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted classroom activities by preparing materials and setting up learning environments.
- Supported teachers by managing student behavior and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance students' understanding of core subjects.
- Collaborated with educators to implement lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
Target Team Member
Target
Kansas City, KS
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work environment
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and support
- Operated machinery and equipment following safety protocols
Jumpstart Corps Member
Jumpstart AmeriCorps
Kansas City, MO
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and development.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and best practices.
- Monitored individual progress, adapting teaching methods to enhance learning outcomes.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Server
Dial Senior Living
Lenexa, KS
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction through attentive and personalized interactions.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks to enhance dining experience during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and adherence to menu specifications.
- Trained new servers on restaurant procedures and best practices for optimal service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO05-2028
Skills
- Child development
- Behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Classroom support
- Family communication
- Social-emotional learning
Languages
Spanish, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern
Newhouse KC
08.2026 - Current
Teacher
Delightful Learning Center
06.2026 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
FLEET Early Learning Station
08.2025 - 05.2026
Jumpstart Corps Member
Jumpstart AmeriCorps
09.2024 - 05.2025
Target Team Member
Target
03.2024 - 08.2025
Server
Dial Senior Living
04.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri-Kansas City