Susan Fridella Ramos
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Children's Leader with 37 years of experience in early childhood development and teaching. Coordinated with director and parents to build robust curriculum and lesson plans. Provided children with safe and caring environment, putting children and parents at ease.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Ministry Teacher Assistant
Volunteer For Pastor Cameron McGough
06.2022 - Current
- Maintaining safe and nurturing environment for children.
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
11.1989 - Current
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Coordinated recitals to showcase student achievements.
- Engaged students in discussions on musical selection and composer histories.
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
Assistant Children's Worship Leader
Volunteer For Worship Leader Mr Fred Clayton
06.2022 - Current
- Singing along and playing piano to support inspirational children's worship music.
- Coordinating some music and special vocals for the children's worship music.
Music Teacher
Kids On The Rock
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes & tempo.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music including familiarizing them with different instruments.
- There were five to six classes depending on attendance for 30 minutes each, sometimes combining in the big gym.
- Used age appropriate songs, hand motions and some sign language.
- Performed Spring and Christmas Programs.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
Music Teacher
Kids On The Rock
11.2012 - 12.2013
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes and tempo.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music including familiarizing them with different instruments.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
Music Teacher
Island Village Montessori School
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes & tempo.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music including familiarizing them with different instruments.
- There were 3 classes for 40 minutes each.
- Used age appropriate songs, hand motions and some sign language.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Music Teacher
Morning Star Academy
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes and tempo.
- Taught 1st through 5th for the first hour and 6th through 8th grade for the second hour.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music including familiarizing them with different instruments.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
Preschool Teacher
New Horizon Preschool
09.1991 - 01.1999
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Bible Teacher For Children's Fellowships
Volunteered
06.1985 - 09.1991
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Encouraged Bible verse memorization.
- Skits and plays directed and organized by me.
House Parent
Facility For Higher Functioning Adults
09.1979 - 01.1982
- Collaborated with physicians & nurses regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to assess standards and quality of care.
- Washing, bathing, dressing, serving meals, recreation and monitoring physical and mental capacities.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
Education
18 Units Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA1989
Skills
- Activity Coordination
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Children's Ministry Teacher Assistant
Volunteer For Pastor Cameron McGough
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Children's Worship Leader
Volunteer For Worship Leader Mr Fred Clayton
06.2022 - Current
Music Teacher
Kids On The Rock
01.2013 - 02.2017
Music Teacher
Kids On The Rock
11.2012 - 12.2013
Music Teacher
Island Village Montessori School
02.2008 - 05.2008
Music Teacher
Morning Star Academy
08.2004 - 05.2006
Preschool Teacher
New Horizon Preschool
09.1991 - 01.1999
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
11.1989 - Current
Bible Teacher For Children's Fellowships
Volunteered
06.1985 - 09.1991
House Parent
Facility For Higher Functioning Adults
09.1979 - 01.1982
18 Units Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
De Anza College
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