CATHERINE BANAS
Fontana,USA
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment. Fostered academic achievement and inclusive learning environments through effective communication and collaboration with parents and educators. Developed engaging classroom activities that supported individualized instruction and behavioral support.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Upland Unified School District
Upland, CA
2024 - 2025
- Reinforced individualized learning plans by delivering one-on-one and small-group support.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lessons, explaining directions, and guiding student assignments.
- Assisted teachers with behavior management, routine supervision, and maintaining organized learning environment.
- Monitored students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, and recess to promote safety and engagement.
- Prepared instructional materials, copied handouts, and organized supplies for daily classroom use.
- Documented student progress, observed behavior patterns, and communicated concerns to teaching staff.
- Adapted lesson support for diverse learning needs, including students requiring extra academic or social assistance.
Behavior Technician
Amergis HealthCare
Upland, CA
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented behavior intervention plans with consistent reinforcement and redirection strategies.
- Collaborated with supervising clinicians to refine interventions and maintain treatment fidelity.
- Modeled appropriate communication and coping skills during structured and naturalistic activities.
- Collected accurate session data to support treatment adjustments and progress monitoring.
Teacher
Lighted Window Preschool
La Cañada Flintridge
01.2023 - 2024
- Facilitated development of children aged 1 to 5 through structured play and learning activities. Designed and implemented weekly lesson plans, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes. Ensured safety of all children by supervising activities and maintaining a secure environment.
- Planned age-appropriate lessons supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social development.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring safe, organized, and engaging learning environment.
- Assessed developmental progress and adapted instruction to individual student needs.
Nanny
Care.com
Sacramento
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Cared for children aged 7 months to 2 years, fostering growth and development. Taught life skills, socialization, organization, and basic ABCs and color coordination through engaging activities. Planned seasonal activities and fun learning experiences to enhance children's engagement and learning. Making sure toys that children play with are organized and put back in place; cleaned toys are sanitized after every child.
- Supervised children’s daily routines, ensuring safe, structured care throughout household activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks aligned with family preferences and dietary needs.
- Organized age-appropriate activities supporting learning, play, and developmental growth.
Teacher
Praeseland Academy
El Dorado Hills
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Teacher assistant and floater for children's ages 18 months through 5 years old; supervision of children throughout facility; assisted educators during staff shortages; developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum goals; engaging children in curriculum in rooms; evaluated individual and group needs across age groups to tailor educational approaches; communicating needs of children to parents and facility; engaging in facility COVID sanitation practices.
- Planned age-appropriate lessons supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Managed classroom routines to maintain safe, structured, engaging learning environment.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted activities to support individual developmental needs.
Teacher
Busy Bee Child Development Center
Sacramento
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Ensured safety of children ages 18 months to 2 years; ensuring attendance of children through proper pick-up and drop-off procedures; supervision of children throughout facility; engaging children in age-appropriate activities; ensuring cleanliness of childcare facility; prepared meals based on individual child dietary needs.
- Planned developmentally appropriate lessons supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth.
- Managed classroom routines to maintain safe, organized, and engaging learning environment.
- Guided children through positive behavior strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
U.S. Army Soldier
U.S. Army
Fort Campbell
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Received shipments and disbursed bulk items using forklifts and cranes. Stored supplies, packed, and unloaded bulk materials.
- Executed tactical operations, maintaining readiness for field missions and security duties.
- Inspected weapons, vehicles, and equipment to ensure serviceability and mission readiness.
- Adhered to safety protocols during training, patrols, and operational deployments.
Education
Associates in Arts - Early Childhood Education
American River College
Sacramento05-2024
Highschool Graduate - undefined
Folsom High School
Folsom, CA05-2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom support
- Student Assessment
- Behavior management
- Special needs support
- Parent engagement
- Individualized support
- Collaborative Learning
- Parent Communication
- Effective communication
- Support for special needs
- Critical Thinking
Personal Information
Title: TEACHER
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Amergis HealthCare
08.2023 - 02.2024
Teacher
Lighted Window Preschool
01.2023 - 2024
Nanny
Care.com
06.2022 - 01.2023
Teacher
Praeseland Academy
12.2019 - 07.2022
Teacher
Busy Bee Child Development Center
08.2019 - 11.2019
U.S. Army Soldier
U.S. Army
06.2018 - 04.2019
Highschool Graduate - undefined
Folsom High School
Paraprofessional
Upland Unified School District
2024 - 2025
Associates in Arts - Early Childhood Education
American River College