Erika Laken
Washington,DC
Summary
A results-oriented professional with more than 13 years of experience with children of different ages. With excellent ability to care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and adolescents while maintaining a safe environment. Nurturing and healthy learning and developmental environment. Strong work ethic and ability to multitask, with proven interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills. Bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English, with effective written communication skills. Provide children with high-quality educational programming to maximize the development of successful learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Spanish Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Northeast stars Montessori Preschool
Washington, DC
01.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans in Spanish for three-year-olds, using Montessori methods.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning atmosphere in Spanish.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss the child's progress and classroom activities.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition and cultural understanding.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Loving Care Day Nursery Inc
Washington , DC
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development in two-year-olds.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and problems.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
Teacher
Christian Tabernacle Child Development Center
Washington, District of Columbia
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development progress.
- Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
- Supervised classroom activities and ensured child safety.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, music, storytelling, and dramatic play.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Lead Infant Teacher
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Washington , District of Columbia
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Changed diapers, used bibs, and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
- Established a variety of routines within the classroom setting, such as circle time, snack time, and story time.
- Encouraged language development through reading stories, singing songs, and playing games with the infants.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Assistant Teacher
Edward C. Mazique Parent Child Center
Washington, DC
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor play
- Maintained a clean and organized learning environment
- Communicated daily with parents regarding the child's progress.
- Completed necessary paperwork, responsible for writing daily progress notes, reporting incidents, and daily logs.
Temporal Before and After Care Teacher
Dc Bilingual Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2012 - 01.2013
- Interacted and fostered a relationship with 16 children
- Prepare materials and classroom for class activities
- Environment through functional and attractive displays, exhibits of children's art work and interest.
Education
BBA - Bachelor's in Maritime Business Administration
University of Panama
Republic Of Panama12-2006
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Bilingual education
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Microsoft office
- Multitasking
Certification
- Council for Professional Recognition Washington D.C.
- CDA National Credentialing Program Infant & Toddler - 2026.
- First Aid/CPR/AED 2026.
- CDA National Credentialing Program Preschool - 2026
Timeline
Lead Spanish Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Northeast stars Montessori Preschool
01.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Loving Care Day Nursery Inc
03.2021 - 11.2022
Teacher
Christian Tabernacle Child Development Center
06.2019 - 04.2020
Lead Infant Teacher
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
02.2015 - 05.2019
Assistant Teacher
Edward C. Mazique Parent Child Center
04.2013 - 01.2015
Temporal Before and After Care Teacher
Dc Bilingual Public Charter School
08.2012 - 01.2013
BBA - Bachelor's in Maritime Business Administration
University of Panama