DIANA MERINO
Rochester,MI
Summary
Reliable early childhood professional with a background in classroom support, private childcare, and play-based learning. Builds safe, structured routines, communicates clearly with families, and supports children’s social, emotional, and academic growth through daily supervision, activity planning, and consistent care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Learning Grove Academy Troy
Troy, Michigan
01.2026 - 10.2026
- Engaged with children to promote development and participation in activities while respecting their individuality.
- Ensured safety and order during classroom activities, fostering a secure learning environment.
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing effective classroom routines and transitions.
Private Nanny
Private Home
Troy, MI
01.2018 - 01.2026
- Facilitated child development through engaging learning activities, reading, creative play, and positive behavior guidance, fostering growth and confidence.
- Coordinated daily routines, including meal prep, bathing, school pickups, extracurricular activities, and bedtime schedules, to maintain structure and safety for children.
- Protected a safe home environment by supervising children at all times and responding quickly to hazards or conflicts.
- Built trusting, long-term relationships with children and families through consistent care, clear updates, and reliable support.
- Worked closely with parents to align expectations, address concerns, and adjust care plans as needs changed.
- Adapted to changing priorities by evaluating tasks and adjusting plans with calm focus and flexibility while managing multiple responsibilities.
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling to support family logistics and household needs.
- Kept living spaces clean and organized by tidying toys, completing laundry, and sanitizing play and eating areas.
Preschool Teacher
Private Care
08.2014 - 11.2018
- Planned and implemented engaging, play-based (ludic) learning activities that supported children's cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development.
- Designed age-appropriate games and hands-on activities to promote learning through exploration, creativity, and interaction.
- Fostered positive, inclusive, stimulating learning environment, supporting individual learning styles and developmental needs.
- Developed classroom projects that engaged children and parents, enhancing family involvement in the learning process.
- Collaborated with families to track children's progress and reinforce learning goals at home.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Auburn, MI05-2027
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF ECUADOR
08-2015
Skills
- Educational assistance
- Activity planning
- Play-based learning
- Child development
- Child development support
- Educational assistance
- Schedule management
- Relationship development
- Schedule management
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent, Spanish: Native Language
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Learning Grove Academy Troy
01.2026 - 10.2026
Private Nanny
Private Home
01.2018 - 01.2026
Preschool Teacher
Private Care
08.2014 - 11.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF ECUADOR