Estela Chavez
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Enthusiastic, bilingual educator with expertise in managing a classroom and planning creative lesson plans. Strong communication skills that help develop parent relationships and create engaging learning environments. Dedicated to enhancing student development through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
JCPenney
Noblesville, Indiana
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained product displays to ensure a visually appealing shopping experience.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with team members to restock merchandise on the sales floor.
- Trained new sales associates on store policies and customer service standards.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Fishers, Indiana
08.2012 - 11.2024
- Planned, presented, and evaluated educational and recreational lesson plans and activities for children in a safe learning environment.
- Worked successfully with coworkers to accomplish different goals and address issues related to our classroom environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through effective communication, sharing their children's latest adventures and achievements though a variety of avenues including mobile apps and personal discussions.
Assistant Teacher
Agri-Business Child Development (ABCD)
Newfane, New York
07.2008 - 05.2011
- Assisted lead teachers in developing engaging lesson plans and activities for the children.
- Supported classroom management and organization to create a positive daily learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents about child progress and behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barker Central School
Barker, NY06-2008
Skills
- Bilingual
- CDA (Child Development Associate) certified
- Classroom management
- Creative lessons and curriculum planning for various skills, including motor, cognitive, and self help development
- Parent communication and relationship building
- Time management
- CPR training
- First Aid training
Timeline
Sales Associate
JCPenney
12.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
08.2012 - 11.2024
Assistant Teacher
Agri-Business Child Development (ABCD)
07.2008 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Barker Central School