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Brenda Rivas

orange park,FL

Summary

Dynamic early childhood educator from NAS Jacksonville, Fl, adept in classroom organization and curriculum development. Leveraged project-based learning to significantly boost student engagement. Excelled in parent-teacher communication and positive reinforcement, fostering strong community ties and student growth. Skilled in CPR/First Aid and nurturing, with a proven track record of enhancing learning environments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gingerbred Child Care Center

Karen Williams
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Introduced new teaching methods such as project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
  • Increased student collaboration by developing group projects and team-building activities.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development by attending workshops and conferences related to early childhood education trends and research findings.
  • Organized field trips to enhance the learning experience, connecting classroom lessons to real-world examples.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress and organizing conferences.
  • Continuously assessed student understanding with formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
  • Improved overall classroom management, enforcing consistent rules and consequences for behavior.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum design and sharing best practices for teaching strategies.
  • Supported special needs students'' learning through tailored lesson plans and individualized attention.
  • Provided tutoring services after school hours, helping students achieve better results in their studies.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support during their transition into the profession.
  • Boosted literacy skills by implementing targeted reading programs for struggling readers.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Child Care Center Teacher

NAS Jacksonville, Fl
06.1996 - 03.2010
  • Introduced new teaching methods such as project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
  • Increased student collaboration by developing group projects and team-building activities.
  • Organized field trips to enhance the learning experience, connecting classroom lessons to real-world examples.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development by attending workshops and conferences related to early childhood education trends and research findings.
  • Participated in annual evaluations, using feedback to refine teaching approach and improve overall effectiveness in the classroom.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress and organizing conferences.
  • Continuously assessed student understanding with formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
  • Improved overall classroom management, enforcing consistent rules and consequences for behavior.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Provided tutoring services after school hours, helping students achieve better results in their studies.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum design and sharing best practices for teaching strategies.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support during their transition into the profession.
  • Boosted literacy skills by implementing targeted reading programs for struggling readers.
  • Supported special needs students'' learning through tailored lesson plans and individualized attention.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Child Care Center Teacher

Laughlin AFB, Child Center
06.1992 - 05.1996
  • Introduced new teaching methods such as project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
  • Increased student collaboration by developing group projects and team-building activities.
  • Organized field trips to enhance the learning experience, connecting classroom lessons to real-world examples.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development by attending workshops and conferences related to early childhood education trends and research findings.
  • Participated in annual evaluations, using feedback to refine teaching approach and improve overall effectiveness in the classroom.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress and organizing conferences.
  • Improved overall classroom management, enforcing consistent rules and consequences for behavior.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum design and sharing best practices for teaching strategies.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.

Education

No Degree - English

Community College of Air Force
Hamton, Virginia
1980

High School Diploma -

Oscar Smith High School
Chesapeake, VA
06.1970

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Health and safety
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Lesson implementation
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly and likeable
  • Loves children
  • Time Management
  • Caring and Understanding
  • Child Care
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Classroom Management
  • Active listener
  • Decision-Making
  • Child Safety
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Approachable
  • Housekeeping
  • Efficient under pressure
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Social Skills Development
  • Arts, crafts, and games
  • Parental Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Positive Role Model
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Infant Care
  • Parent Communication
  • First Aid Training
  • Activity Planning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Excel proficiency
  • Curriculum Development
  • Child development expertise
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Child Development
  • Social Development Activities
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Language skills
  • FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Gentle Discipline
  • Interactive lesson plans
  • Recreational Activities
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Nutrition
  • Child Nutrition
  • Progress Reporting
  • Storytelling and crafts
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Literacy development
  • Cognitive Development
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Conversant in [Language]
  • Tact and sensitivity
  • Student Learning Records
  • Disaster preparedness training
  • CDA License
  • Summer camp counseling
  • Staff Meeting Oversight
  • Problem-Solving
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational and Planning Skills

Certification

National CDA in Early Childhood

Timeline

Gingerbred Child Care Center

Karen Williams
01.2024 - 04.2024

Child Care Center Teacher

NAS Jacksonville, Fl
06.1996 - 03.2010

Child Care Center Teacher

Laughlin AFB, Child Center
06.1992 - 05.1996

No Degree - English

Community College of Air Force

High School Diploma -

Oscar Smith High School

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