Cristina Zuniga
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Caring and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator with experience supporting the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children in safe and engaging learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, child observation, and family communication. Dedicated to creating inclusive classrooms.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Sandia Learning Center
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Develop lesson plans for the activities that take place the week.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Complete the Ages and Stages Questionnaires(ASQ) with or without parental assistance.
Jewelry Quality Tech
Desert Rose Trading
04.2008 - 08.2021
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
Education
GED -
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NMAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12.2025
CDC -
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM2023
Skills
- Outdoor education
- Classroom organization
- Working with other teachers
- Age-appropriate activities
- Understanding children's emotional and developmental needs
- Designing fun learning experiences
- Using music, art, storytelling, and play to teach
- Creating and inclusive learning environment
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Sandia Learning Center
01.2023 - 05.2025
Jewelry Quality Tech
Desert Rose Trading
04.2008 - 08.2021
GED -
Central New Mexico Community College
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
CDC -
Central New Mexico Community College