Elizabeth Shimonov
Valley stream,US
Summary
Candidate with Associate Degree (AAS) and 5+ years in private child care situation seeks a position in a public day care/pre-school program. Adept at creating and incorporating lessons through song, art and physical play while developing both gross and fine motor skills. Possesses enthusiasm and passion for children and their unique learning/social needs. Excellent communications skills, creative drive, patience, and humor. Adept at employing tablet technology in the development of basic skills necessary for future success in kindergarten and beyond. focused on respectfully enforcing rules for health and safety of children. Seasoned Substitute Teacher with many years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute teacher
Brandeis Hebrew Academy
Cedarhurst, US
01.2020 - Current
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
- Dress children and change diapers
- Maintain a safe play environment
- Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Observe and monitor children's play activities
- Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas
- Sanitize toys and play equipment
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
Social Media Content Creator
Instagram
New York, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Researched trending topics related to target audience.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Camp counselor
Ganoni preschool Program
Woodmere, US
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Substitute teacher
Congregation sons of Israel
Valley stream, US
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
- Dress children and change diapers
- Maintain a safe play environment
- Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Observe and monitor children's play activities
- Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas
Secretary
Jacy's Jewelry
New York, US
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers
- Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations
- Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns
- Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs
- Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise
- Clean shelves, counters, and tables
- Maintain records related to sales
- Help customers try on or fit merchandise
- Bag or package purchases, and wrap gifts
Salesperson
Central Hype
Cedarhurst, US
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
- Greeted and assisted customers to foster positive experiences.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Educated customers about products and services offered by the company.
- Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
Afterschool Coordinator
JCC of greater five towns
Hewlett, US
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintain a safe play environment
- Help children with homework and school work
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem solving skills
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teacher and fellow kids
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education
Adelphi University
Garden city, New York03.2025
Skills
- Goal oriented
- Excellent classroom management
- Motivating students
- Classroom management
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Child development
- Multitasking
- Creativity in teaching
- Excellent communication
- Verbal communication
- Planning
Languages
Hebrew
Professional
Timeline
Social Media Content Creator
Instagram
08.2024 - Current
Camp counselor
Ganoni preschool Program
07.2022 - 08.2022
Substitute teacher
Congregation sons of Israel
09.2021 - 11.2021
Substitute teacher
Brandeis Hebrew Academy
01.2020 - Current
Salesperson
Central Hype
10.2018 - 04.2019
Secretary
Jacy's Jewelry
07.2016 - 09.2019
Afterschool Coordinator
JCC of greater five towns
09.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education
Adelphi University
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