Ciara Montanez
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with several years of experience and creating fun and safe learning environment .
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Cresthill Academy
Hoboken, NJ
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Planned, organized and supervised daily activities for preschoolers.
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate learning activities to promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and explore their interests.
- Utilized instructional materials such as books, games, art supplies, music instruments to enhance the learning experience of preschoolers.
- Conducted assessments throughout the year to measure student progress against established standards.
North Hudson Academy
Special Education
North Bergen, NJ
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided one-on-one and group support for students with special needs.
- Conducted assessments, observations, and evaluations to monitor progress of students with special needs.
- Attended meetings with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to discuss student's progress.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to improve learning outcomes for students with disabilities.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided support and guidance to families of children with disabilities.
- Planned and implemented lessons appropriate for each student's individual needs.
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Bergen Highschool
North Bergen, NJ06-2021
Early Childhood Education
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Transition planning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Behavior improvements
- Educational assistance
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Behavior Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Learning Style Assessments
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Cresthill Academy
07.2024 - Current
North Hudson Academy
Special Education
04.2023 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
North Bergen Highschool
Early Childhood Education
Hudson County Community College