Candy Elizabeth Pelaez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring worker with 3 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
2021.12 - Current
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, regularly updating their child's progress and proactively addressing any concerns.
- Assisted and supervised 14 children throughout the entire school day.
Back of House Cook
Chick-Fil-A
2020.10 - 2021.12
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
- Reduced food waste significantly by monitoring inventory closely and utilizing ingredients in a timely manner.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with colleagues and resolving conflicts professionally.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Student Assistant
California State University, Los Angeles
2019.01 - 2020.05
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining files, records, and resources.
- Increased department productivity through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Assisted professors with grading assignments, resulting in timely feedback for students.
- Conducted research for faculty projects, contributing to the successful completion of academic studies.
Behavior Interventionist
Familias First
2018.11 - 2019.01
- Improved student behavior by developing and implementing tailored intervention plans.
- Enhanced communication between parents and school staff for better understanding of individual student needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments for accurate identification of behavioral issues in students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive support strategies for students in need.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN06.2024
Skills
- Head Start programs
- Child Development
- Classroom Organization
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Childcare needs
- Safety Precautions
- Training and mentoring
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Needs Support
- Play-Based Learning
- Documentation and Record Keeping
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
2021.12 - Current
Back of House Cook
Chick-Fil-A
2020.10 - 2021.12
Student Assistant
California State University, Los Angeles
2019.01 - 2020.05
Behavior Interventionist
Familias First
2018.11 - 2019.01
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
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