Carmen Herrera
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Dedicated toddler and infant teacher with a proven track record at My Little Family, skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering social skills. Expert in child development and safety procedures, I create nurturing environments that promote exploration and creativity, while effectively collaborating with parents to support individual growth.
Overview
5
5
year of professional experience
Work History
Toddler Teacher
My Little Family
Pembroke Pines, FL
01.2023 - 2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to toddler learning styles
- Facilitated daily activities promoting social and emotional growth
- Implemented classroom routines enhancing safety and structure
- Fostered nurturing environment encouraging exploration and creativity
- Collaborated with parents to support child development at home
- Monitored individual progress, adapting strategies for diverse needs
- Organized educational materials, ensuring accessibility and effectiveness
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
ABC Learning Prep
Pembroke Pines
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to infant developmental milestones.
- Implemented daily activities promoting sensory exploration and motor skills.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and progress.
- Facilitated group activities encouraging social interaction among infants.
- Monitored children's development, documenting progress for assessments and reports.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to promote desirable behavior among infants.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
Infant Teacher
My Little Family
Pembroke Pines, FL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to infant developmental milestones.
- Implemented daily activities promoting sensory exploration and motor skills.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and progress.
- Monitored children's development, documenting progress for assessments and reports.
- Facilitated group activities encouraging social interaction among infants.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
Education
CDA Training Credential - Infant Toddler
CDA Program
Pembroke Pines, FL07.2025
45 Hours Child Care Training - Early Childhood Education And Care
Florida Early Childhood Professional
Pembroke Pines, FL06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Libre
Bogota, Colombia09.2016
Skills
Observation and assessment
Progress reporting
Nutrition
Group and individual instruction
Circle time management
Classroom organization
Documentation and record keeping
Positive reinforcement
Social skills development
Outdoor play supervision
Child development expertise
Age-appropriate activities
Area of study instruction
Fine motor skills support
Child safety procedures
Child development
Child care
Loves children
Child safety
CPR and first aid
Infant care
Activity planning
Safety monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Elementary
Timeline
Toddler Teacher
My Little Family
01.2023 - 2026
ABC Learning Prep
08.2022 - 12.2022
Infant Teacher
My Little Family
08.2021 - 05.2022
CDA Training Credential - Infant Toddler
CDA Program
45 Hours Child Care Training - Early Childhood Education And Care
Florida Early Childhood Professional
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Libre