Dynamic and dedicated Infant and Toddler Teacher with a proven track record at CDI Head Start, enhancing classroom management through positive reinforcement and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Bilingual in Spanish, I excel in creating a child-centered environment that promotes early literacy and hygiene, ensuring a safe and engaging space for young learners.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant and Toddler Teacher
CDI Head Start Program Serving Woodbourne & Monticello NY
02.2024 - Current
Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Integrated sensory experiences into daily routine to enhance cognitive exploration opportunities for young learners.
Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering trust and collaboration in supporting their child''s development.
Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to state regulations and implementing consistent routines for care.
Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Provided support during transitions between classrooms or activities, ensuring smooth adjustments for young children.
Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring a clean, organized space conducive to learning at all times.
Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Sullivan County Head Start
05.2022 - 02.2024
Provided support during transitions between classrooms or activities, ensuring smooth adjustments for young children.
Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring a clean, organized space conducive to learning at all times.
Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
Quality Control
Ideal Snacks
08.2015 - 12.2020
Enhanced scanning accuracy by implementing quality control measures and routinely calibrating equipment.
Inspected and checked outgoing orders for quality control.
Reduced errors in documentation by establishing thorough quality control processes.
Participated in quality control initiatives, identifying areas for improvement within engineering projects.
Reduced errors in applications by implementing thorough quality control measures.
Reduced food waste through diligent quality control and accurate selection of produce.
Ensured quality control, inspecting finished products for compliance with project standards.
Education
Certificate - CDA Infant Toddler Bilingual
Council For Professional Recognition
NY
03-2025
Practical Nursing
Dr. Pedro Perea Fajardo
Mayaguez, PR
05-2014
Skills
Bilingual (Spanish)
Good Communication
Teamwork and cooperation
Positive reinforcement
Patience and empathy
Confidentiality and privacy
Child-centered approach
Parent-teacher collaboration
Classroom organization
Hygiene and cleanliness
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Teacher
CDI Head Start Program Serving Woodbourne & Monticello NY