Dorcas Martinho
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Passionate about fostering supportive and nurturing environments for children. Experience includes managing daily routines, developing educational activities and promoting emotional growth in childcare roles. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to varied situations and genuine empathy for children's needs. Previous work has resulted in enhanced learning experiences and improved behavioral outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Legacy Learning Center
Grapevine, TX
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Preschool Teacher
The Nest! School
Carrollton, TX
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
Education
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA12-2024
Bachelor of Science -
Dallas College
Dallas, TX03-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Motor skills development
- Analytical thinking
- Support parents
- Planning and leading activities
- Special needs experience
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management abilities
- Documentation and reporting
- Punctual and reliable
- Self motivation
- Stress tolerance
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Affiliations
- Advocacy Efforts: Engage in advocacy efforts to raise awareness about homelessness and its causes, using platforms like social media or community events to educate others and promote solutions.
- Networking Opportunities: Create connections with other volunteers, community leaders, and nonprofit organizations, broadening your social network and opening doors to collaborative projects in the future.
• Resource Management
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Dallas College Scholarship Awards and Dr. Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Legacy Learning Center
12.2022 - 06.2024
Preschool Teacher
The Nest! School
06.2022 - 11.2023
Clayton State University
Bachelor of Science -
Dallas College
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