Daisy Martinez
Fortuna,CA
Summary
Dedicated child development professional with over three years of hands-on experience nurturing and supporting children aged 2 to 5 in structured early childhood education environments. Expertise in curriculum implementation, classroom supervision, and fostering collaborative family engagement. Proven track record in maintaining organized and safe learning spaces promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Relationships to further enhance expertise and contribute meaningfully to the field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
North Coast Children's Services
01.2026 - Current
- Provided classroom coverage across multiple early childhood education sites
- Maintained continuity of daily routines and instructional activities
- Ensured supervision and safety standards were consistently upheld
- Adapted efficiently to varying classroom environments and age groups
- As Needed
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teacher Aide
Sujatha Reddy
10.2022 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to develop and implement anage-appropriate curriculum aligned with developmental standards
- Supported children's growth across social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental domains
- Partnered with families to help establish individualized developmental goals and maintain consistent communication
- Reinforced structured routines and positive classroom behavior to promote social-emotional development and classroom stability
- Maintained a safe, organized, and developmentally appropriate learning environment in compliance with program expectations
- Partnered with the teacher to plan and implement lessons following the school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by the class teacher.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development & Family Relationships
California State Polytechnic University Humboldt
Arcata, CA05.2027
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Development
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA12.2025
High School GED Diploma -
Fortuna Union High School
Fortuna, CA05.2022
Skills
- Classroom Supervision & Child Safety
- Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum Implementation
- Positive Behavior Support Strategies
- Family Communication & Collaboration
- Individualized Developmental Goal Support
- Team Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic/Conversational American Sign Language (ASL)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working in diverse classroom settings
- Reliable transportation
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
North Coast Children's Services
01.2026 - Current
Teacher Aide
Sujatha Reddy
10.2022 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development & Family Relationships
California State Polytechnic University Humboldt
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Development
College of The Redwoods
High School GED Diploma -
Fortuna Union High School