Erin Recuparo
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in leadership roles, encompassing teaching and customer service. Proven success in curriculum development, classroom management, and meticulous record-keeping while fostering a positive work environment. Committed to promoting team collaboration and adapting to evolving workplace demands. Recognized for reliability and a results-driven approach, with a strong background in implementing assessments, instructional strategies, and mentoring colleagues, complemented by exceptional organizational and management skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
4-5 PreK Lead Teacher
Beautiful Savior Academy
07.2024 - Current
- Primary duties include:
- Developing engaging and effective daily lesson plans for young learning
- Maintaining accurate records of development and performance metrics
- Facilitating parent communication
- Creating newsletters, flyers, and classroom materials/tools
Youth Performing Arts Program Director
Arizona Rose Arts Academy
01.2016 - Current
- Primary duties include:
- Managed all operational and administrative aspects of youth arts programs, from development to execution.
- Coordinated program logistics, including scheduling and resource management, to support educational programming for young artists.
- Executed marketing initiatives, including creating promotional materials and managing communication channels, to increase program enrollment and community engagement.
- Handled program correspondence and communicated effectively with parents, participants, and staff to ensure smooth program delivery.
4-5 PreK Lead Teacher
Lord of Grace Preschool
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Primary duties include:
- Developing engaging and effective daily lesson plans for young learning
- Maintaining accurate records of development and performance metrics
- Facilitating parent communication
- Creating newsletters, flyers, and classroom materials/tools
Instructional Aide
Little Lions Preschool
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Primary duties include:
- Student observations and record-keeping
- Weekly Menu Planning & Programming
Assoc. Teacher (through Mar. 2022), Lead Teacher (Apr. 2022-May 2022)
St. Andrew’s Preschool
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Primary duties include:
- Student observations and record-keeping
- Developing engaging and effective daily lesson plans for young learning
- Maintaining accurate records of development and performance metrics
- Facilitating parent communication
- Creating newsletters, flyers, and classroom materials/tools
Private Tutor/Instructor
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Primary duties include:
- Managed all aspects of student support, including planning, curriculum development, and progress reporting.
- Cultivated strong interpersonal skills by teaching and communicating effectively with a student with special needs.
- Maintained meticulous records for scheduling, grades, and progress tracking.
Habilitation/Respite Provider
Absolute HCBS
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Primary duties include:
- Provide Habilitation/Respite Care to individuals with special needs. Work on my clients needs to meet and achieve one to several personal/customized objectives.
- Develop and utilize activities to hopefully and eventually lead to achieving said objectives.
Music & Art Program Director - Instructor, Front Desk – Customer sales and service
Gymboree Play & Music of Tucson
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Primary duties include:
- Creating & Scheduling Lesson Plans/Themes
- Prepping Arts & Crafts
- Budgeting & Ordering Supplies
- Planning Special Events (ie Art Gala Evening, 80’s Night)
- Class Size Management, Job Interviews, & Hiring Committee
- (Continuing responsibilities listed below)
Instructor, Front Desk – Customer sales and service
Gymboree Play & Music of Tucson
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Primary duties include:
- Study Lesson Plans/Developmental Goals Teach to children 0 to 5 years in the following programs offered:
- Play & Learn - All Levels, School Skills Preschool Drop-Off Readiness Class - 3 to 5 years, Music - All Levels, Art - All Levels, Mommy & Me Fitness - Babies, Baby Signs - Babies, Birthday Parties (Booking, Teaching), Customer Service which included: enrollment, selling merchandise, stocking merchandise, and taking/returning phone calls.
Education
AA Program - Early Childhood Education
Pima Community College
12.2025
Diploma - undefined
Amphitheater High School
01.2002
Skills
- Child development expertise
- Extensive experience in administrative and leadership roles
- Comprehensive technology expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Google Forms
- Fingerprint background verification card
- CPR certification
- ECE associate degree expected in December 2025
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
4-5 PreK Lead Teacher
Beautiful Savior Academy
07.2024 - Current
4-5 PreK Lead Teacher
Lord of Grace Preschool
10.2022 - 07.2024
Instructional Aide
Little Lions Preschool
05.2022 - 10.2022
Assoc. Teacher (through Mar. 2022), Lead Teacher (Apr. 2022-May 2022)
St. Andrew’s Preschool
07.2021 - 05.2022
Youth Performing Arts Program Director
Arizona Rose Arts Academy
01.2016 - Current
Private Tutor/Instructor
01.2014 - 01.2021
Habilitation/Respite Provider
Absolute HCBS
01.2011 - 01.2021
Music & Art Program Director - Instructor, Front Desk – Customer sales and service
Gymboree Play & Music of Tucson
01.2009 - 01.2011
Instructor, Front Desk – Customer sales and service
Gymboree Play & Music of Tucson
01.2007 - 01.2009
Diploma - undefined
Amphitheater High School
AA Program - Early Childhood Education
Pima Community College