Daniela Alvarado
Early Childhood Educator
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Grace First Presbyterian Church
Long Beach, CA
06.2025 - Current
- 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.
Teacher's Aide
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively engaging in staff meetings, providing constructive feedback, and collaborating on school improvement initiatives.
Collection Maintenance
Cal State University Library
Los Angeles, CA
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Assisted with collection maintenance activities such as shelving books, discarding outdated materials, shifting collections
- Performed collection maintenance activities such as shelf reading and straightening shelves
- Developed and implemented effective procedures for customer service, circulation desk operations, and collection maintenance
- Maintained records of overdue items and fines collected from patrons
Program Supervisor
Ready Set Go - LAUSD
South Gate, CA
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure effective implementation of school programs
- Provided training and mentoring to new employees in program operations
- Adapted instructional content and delivery methods for different levels and types of learners
- Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher
Youth Program Worker
Beyond the Bell, Youth Development Program
Gardena, CA
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained an organized system of records for tracking participant progress
- Provided guidance and support to parents of program participants as needed
- Created a safe, welcoming environment for all youth involved in the program
Sales Associate/Cashier
99 Cents Only Stores
Maywood, CA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure customer satisfaction
- Performed cleaning tasks, keeping store neat and organized
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, resolving customer complaints efficiently and courteously
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Cal State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12-2025
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - CHILD DEVELOPMENT
East Los Angeles Community College
01.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Maywood Academy High School
01.2018
Skills
- Collection Maintenance
- Analytical Skills
- Environmental education
- Teaching strategies
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Patience and empathy
- Child-centered approach
- Confidentiality and privacy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Grace First Presbyterian Church
06.2025 - Current
Teacher's Aide
University of California, Los Angeles
10.2024 - 05.2025
Collection Maintenance
Cal State University Library
03.2021 - 10.2024
Program Supervisor
Ready Set Go - LAUSD
01.2021 - 03.2024
Youth Program Worker
Beyond the Bell, Youth Development Program
01.2021 - 07.2022
Sales Associate/Cashier
99 Cents Only Stores
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Cal State University Los Angeles
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - CHILD DEVELOPMENT
East Los Angeles Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Maywood Academy High School
Awards
2017 Maywood Community Scholarship recipient