Carina Lanier
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic childcare professional with extensive experience at Valley Of The Sun YMCA, excelling in student engagement and classroom management. Proven ability to foster safe, inclusive environments while effectively communicating with diverse groups. Skilled in lesson planning and team collaboration, enhancing learning experiences for children from kindergarten through 6th grade.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Moring Leader
Valley Of The Sun YMCA
11.2024 - 05.2025
- I worked in a Title 1 school, focusing on morning activities and student supervision, Monday through Friday.
- Communicated with coworkers and fostered safe environments for kids from kindergarten through 6th grade.
Childcare Helper
Los Alamos STEAM Lab
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Teaches and engages kids in grades K-6.
- Familiar with IEPs and learning challenges.
- Increased patience when presenting information differently to improve child engagement and understanding.
Counselor
Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Oversaw daily activities with female youth ages 6 - 17.
- Employed as lead instructor for mountain biking, crafts, and heritage activities.
- Communicated effectively with staff members and youth in an outdoor environment.
English Department Intern
Los Alamos High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Nominated by past English teachers and chosen by the English Department Board to work as a paid intern at Los Alamos High School.
- Serves roughly 1000 students and over 30 teachers, grading, tutoring, and offering extra assistance with class preparations.
Kitchen Aide/Art Leader
Girl Scout New Mexico Trails Camp
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Lead kitchen prepping food and outdoor art activities.
- Guides independence for younger girls through a team environment and leadership training.
- Follows the Girl Scout values while working.
Teenager Helper
Quemazon Montessori
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Guided education experience with kids ages 0-5.
- Familiar with developmental activities and skills based on age.
- Understands communication between parents and childcare workers to provide a usable learning environment for youth.
Education
Associate of Arts - Barrett Honors College
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Early Childhood Certificate - Education Program
UNMLA
Los Alamos, NM05-2025
High School Diploma -
Los Alamos High School
Los Alamos, NM05.2024
Skills
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Training Certification
- Youth Mental Health Certified
Notable Activities
- ASU Barrett The Honors College, 08/01/24, present, 3.94 GPA enrolled in the Cronkite School of Journalism, Dean's List Fall of 2024
- ASU National Forensics League, 08/01/24, present, Nationwide public speaking competitions
- Current Foreign Affairs and Relations Club, 08/01/24, present
- Student Prevention Team, 08/01/23, graduation
- Community advocate at school, Experience presenting proposals to the school board
- Girl Scout Member, 01/01/17, present, Volunteer at local scouting events
Accomplishments
- Dean's List Fall 2024
- Dean's List Spring 2025
- Academic All American
References
Tara Voit - Early Childhood Education Professor
tvoit@unm.edu
505-412-9119
Katherine Madison - Early Childhood Education Professor
kmadison@unm.edu
423-8337114
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Moring Leader
Valley Of The Sun YMCA
11.2024 - 05.2025
Counselor
Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine
06.2024 - 07.2024
English Department Intern
Los Alamos High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Childcare Helper
Los Alamos STEAM Lab
08.2022 - 08.2024
Kitchen Aide/Art Leader
Girl Scout New Mexico Trails Camp
06.2022 - 08.2023
Teenager Helper
Quemazon Montessori
08.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Barrett Honors College
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
Early Childhood Certificate - Education Program
UNMLA
High School Diploma -
Los Alamos High School
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