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Work History
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Certification
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Ellen Martinez

Ridgefield Park

Summary

Recent Psychology graduate with a passion for working with children and making a difference in their development. Over 3 years of hands-on experience in early childhood education, known for being patient, reliable, and quick to learn. Strong team player who brings positive energy and clear communication. Fully bilingual in spanish.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Summer Camp Counselor

Little Stars Daycare Center
07.2025 - Current
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.

Assistant Teacher

Little Stars Daycare Center
06.2021 - 06.2025
  • Help create a fun, safe, and structured classroom environment for toddlers and preschoolers
  • Support the lead teacher with lesson plans, daily activities, and classroom management
  • Encourage positive behavior using patience and consistency
  • Supervise children during meals, playtime, arrival, and dismissal
  • Track attendance and keep families updated when needed

Babysitter

Private Family
01.2017 - 04.2018
  • Cared for young children, helped with home work and played learning games.
  • Communicated positively with guardians and built a strong trust with the family.
  • Kept a clean and safe space.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
05.2025

Associate of Science - Science

Bergen Community College
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School
06.2021

Skills

  • Team Work & Leadership
  • Quick-learner
  • Creative and Patient with children
  • Organized and Dependable
  • Email & Computer skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Time Management

Certification

  • CPR Training - 2022

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Summer Camp Counselor

Little Stars Daycare Center
07.2025 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Little Stars Daycare Center
06.2021 - 06.2025

Babysitter

Private Family
01.2017 - 04.2018

Associate of Science - Science

Bergen Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

High School Diploma -

Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School

Hobbies and Interests

  • Avid Reader, specifically books about human behavior and personal growth.